Behavior Aide (Afterschool Program)

Behavioral Emotional and Academic Mentoring LLC•Glendale, CA

5h•$20 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

The Behavior Aide provides direct support to students with special needs and behaviors in an after-school program at various locations within the Glendale Unified School District. Under the direction of after-school program staff, the aide supports instructional activities, learning environments, behavior management, social skills, and students’ personal care needs. Assignments may vary from school to school and may involve more than one program location. The role includes working with students individually and in groups, assisting with classroom and adaptive equipment, supporting playground supervision, and helping with emergency response and crisis intervention. The aide works cooperatively with students, program staff, district staff, and administration, and performs other related duties as required.

Requirements

Ability to understand and anticipate children’s needs and understand general needs and behavior patterns of children.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; read and understand instructions and follow and give clear directions.
Ability to operate classroom technology equipment.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with children and adults and cooperative relationships with people contacted in the course of work.
Ability to maintain professionalism and confidentiality.
Ability to demonstrate competence and assist with academic skills such as reading and math.
Ability to communicate orally using correct language.
Knowledge of safe work practices and correct English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
Knowledge of the needs and concerns of children with a variety of special needs.
Ability to perform general clerical duties at the supervisor’s request.
Ability to work independently and make decisions within established guidelines.
Ability to adapt to the individual needs of program staff and students and work with interruptions.
Ability to identify and respond quickly to emergencies calmly and resourcefully.
Recent experience working with groups such as youth groups, child centers, or playgrounds, and/or experience requiring organizational skills is desirable.
Ability to reliably commute to Glendale, CA, or plan to relocate before starting work.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience as a Behavioral Therapist or Interventionist is preferred.
Recent experience working with youth groups, child centers, or playgrounds, and/or experience requiring organizational skills is desirable.

Responsibilities

Provide direct support to students with special needs and behaviors.
Participate in activities planned by after-school program staff.
Assist in preparing and developing instructional training activities and materials.
Assist with in-class activities according to staff instructions.
Help maintain an orderly classroom and organize materials and equipment.
Support a positive learning atmosphere using effective teaching and behavior-management techniques.
Under direct supervision, assist with assessing student needs and share general impressions and observations with program staff.
Work with students individually, in small groups, whole groups, or learning centers planned by program staff, and provide instruction.
Assist with classroom technology, adaptive devices, and equipment.
Assist students with social skills.
Assist with toileting, diapering, dressing, and hygiene; keep restroom or changing areas organized and clutter-free.
Administer emergency treatment when necessary.
May take children into the community and may assist children with feeding themselves.
Assist with playground supervision.
Work cooperatively with students, after-school program staff, district staff, and administration.
Reinforce lessons and activities with small groups of learners.
Assist program staff with crisis intervention and discipline.
Participate in program-planning meetings at the request of program staff.
Perform other job-related work as required.