Behavioral Aide
About The Position
The Behavioral Aide provides direct support to students with special needs at Glendale Unified School District and neighboring locations. The role is part-time, on site, and scheduled Monday through Friday during school hours, primarily in the mornings. Assignments may vary from district to district and school to school. Working under the direction of school district staff, the aide supports classroom instruction and activities, helps maintain an orderly learning environment, reinforces lessons, and assists with social skills and behavior management. Duties may include supporting students individually or in groups, assisting with toileting and hygiene, feeding, playground supervision, classroom technology and adaptive equipment, and community activities. The aide may also help with student observations, crisis intervention, emergency treatment, and program planning meetings as requested. BEAM provides access to 40-hour online Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) training, to be completed on the employee's own time. After the employee provides certification and completes the 90-day introductory period, they will be promoted and receive a compensation increase.
Requirements
- At least 1 year of experience as a Behavioral Therapist or Interventionist.
- Submit a resume.
- Complete mandatory training designated by BEAM.
- Provide proof of a high school diploma or equivalency, an A.A. degree, 48 college units, or a passing score on the Paraeducator Exam.
- Ability to understand and anticipate children's needs and understand the general needs and behavior patterns of children, including children with a variety of special needs.
- Ability to operate classroom technology equipment.
- Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions, read and understand instructions, and follow and give clear directions.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective, cooperative working relationships with children, adults, school staff, and administration.
- Ability to maintain professionalism and confidentiality.
- Competence assisting with academic skills such as reading and math.
- Ability to communicate orally with correct language usage and knowledge of correct English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
- Knowledge of safe work practices.
- Ability to perform general clerical duties at a supervisor's request.
- Ability to work independently and make decisions within established guidelines.
- Ability to adapt to individual needs of school staff and students and work with interruptions.
- Ability to identify and respond quickly to emergencies in a calm and resourceful manner.
- Ability to reliably commute to or plan to relocate before starting work at Glendale Unified School District.
Nice To Haves
- Recent experience working with groups such as youth groups, child centers, or playgrounds.
- Experience requiring organizational skills.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct support to students with special needs.
- Participate in activities planned by school district staff.
- Assist with preparing and developing instructional training activities and materials.
- Assist school district staff with in-class activities according to specific instructions.
- Help maintain an orderly classroom by organizing materials and equipment.
- Support a positive learning atmosphere using effective teaching and behavior management techniques.
- Under direct supervision, assist with assessing student needs and provide general impressions and observations to school district staff.
- Work with students individually, in small groups, whole groups, or learning centers planned by school district staff, and provide instruction.
- Assist with classroom technology, adaptive devices, and equipment.
- Assist students with social skills.
- Assist students with toileting, diapering, dressing, hygiene, and feeding themselves as needed.
- Keep restroom and changing areas organized and clutter-free.
- Administer emergency treatment when necessary.
- Take children into the community when assigned.
- Assist with playground supervision.
- Work cooperatively with students, school district staff, and administration.
- Reinforce lessons and activities with small groups of learners.
- Assist school staff with crisis intervention and discipline.
- Participate in program planning meetings at the request of school staff.
- Perform other job-related work as required.
Benefits
- Access to 40-hour online Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) training.
- Promotion and a compensation increase after providing RBT certification and completing the 90-day introductory period.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
