Behavioral Aide - Sub
About The Position
The Behavioral Aide provides direct support to students with special needs at various locations within Hacienda La Puente Unified School District. The aide works under the direction of school district staff, supporting classroom instruction, student behavior and social skills, and students’ personal-care needs. Assignments may vary between schools and districts, and may include working individually with students, in small or whole groups, or in learning centers planned by district staff. The position is part-time during school hours, Monday through Friday, with a morning schedule. Duties may include assisting with classroom technology and adaptive equipment, playground supervision, community outings, feeding, toileting, diapering, dressing, and hygiene. The aide may assist with emergency treatment and crisis intervention, and must maintain confidentiality and professionalism while working cooperatively with students, staff, and administrators. Candidates must provide a resume, complete mandatory Registered Behavioral Technician (RBT) training provided by the employer, and complete other mandatory training designated by BEAM. A reliable commute to Hacienda La Puente Unified School District is required, or the candidate must plan to relocate before starting.
Requirements
- Recent experience working with groups such as youth groups, child centers, or playgrounds, and/or experience requiring organizational skills is desirable.
- At least 1 year of experience as a Behavioral Therapist or Interventionist is required.
- Provide proof of a high school diploma or equivalency, an A.A. degree, 48 college units, or a passing score on the Paraeducator Exam.
- Complete mandatory Registered Behavioral Technician (RBT) training provided by the employer.
- Complete mandatory training designated by BEAM.
- Provide a resume.
- Reliably commute to Hacienda La Puente Unified School District or plan to relocate before starting work.
- Ability to understand and anticipate children’s needs.
- Ability to operate classroom technology equipment.
- Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with children and adults.
- Ability to maintain professionalism and confidentiality.
- Competence in and ability to assist with academic skills such as reading and math.
- Ability to communicate orally using correct language.
- Knowledge of children’s general needs and behavior patterns.
- Knowledge of safe work practices.
- Knowledge of 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 read and understand instructions and follow and give clear directions.
- Ability to work independently and make decisions within established guidelines.
- Ability to adapt to the 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 establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with people encountered in the course of work.
- Physical ability to sit, walk on level surfaces, reach, bend, use both legs, move wrists and arms, grasp and hold, and use both hands.
- Ability to regularly lift, carry, or push 1–15 lbs. and occasionally lift, carry, or push 26–40 lbs.
- Color vision, near vision, use of both eyes, sense of smell, normal hearing, ability to distinguish sounds in transmission, and ability to speak.
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 district staff with in-class activities according to specific instructions.
- Help maintain an orderly classroom by organizing materials and equipment.
- Help maintain a positive learning atmosphere using effective teaching and behavior-management techniques.
- Under direct supervision, assist with assessing student needs.
- Share general impressions and observations of students with district staff.
- Work with students individually, in small groups, whole groups, or learning centers planned by district staff, and provide instruction.
- Assist with classroom technology, adaptive devices, and equipment as needed.
- 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.
- Take children into the community when assigned.
- Assist children with feeding themselves when needed.
- Work at more than one school location if 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
