Behavior Aide

Specialized Education Services•San Diego, CA

About The Position

Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI), a division of FullBloom, provides education services for K–12 students who need additional support to succeed in traditional school settings. SESI partners with school districts to operate in-district classrooms and standalone schools serving students with special and alternative education needs. The Behavior Aide collaborates with teachers to deliver individualized academic, behavioral, and social-emotional support, including small-group instruction, behavior monitoring, progress tracking, and reinforcement of learning and skills through SESI’s evidence-based model.

Requirements

High school diploma required.
Ability to run short distances and move quickly in response to student needs, including bending, kneeling, and crouching.
Ability to lift and assist students with mobility challenges, often handling up to 50 pounds or more.
Ability to perform fine motor tasks, such as helping students write, manipulate small objects, or use adaptive devices.
Ability to operate a computer or tablet for up to eight hours daily.
Ability to notice and respond to students’ non-verbal cues.
Ability to remain calm and composed during physically and emotionally demanding situations to support student safety and well-being.

Nice To Haves

College experience or a bachelor’s degree is highly preferred.
Experience working with students with special needs in an educational setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

Work with students from diverse developmental, cultural, ethnic, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Lead small-group instruction using the SESI academic rotational model.
Partner with the teacher to provide customized behavior and academic support and conduct formal and informal assessments.
Reinforce teacher-introduced learning and skills by assigning relevant tasks, using data to select appropriate materials, and providing one-on-one tutorials.
Assist the teacher with large-group activities, grading, independent study or enrichment activities, and accommodations or modifications as needed.
Use behavior support and intervention strategies.
Use de-escalation techniques, crisis management, and physical restraint when necessary to maintain student and staff safety.
Support the creation and implementation of daily plans.
Support, document, and track student progress toward academic, social, and emotional goals.
Supervise and monitor students, including while moving to and from appropriate school locations.
Collaborate with teachers, assistant teachers, and related service providers to address students’ needs.