Educational Assistant (EA IV) - Autism Center-Based Program
About The Position
Provides specialized, intensive, and individualized support to students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), who may exhibit complex learning and/or behavioral challenges. As a critical member of the special education team, the Educational Assistant is primarily responsible for implementing student-specific support plans and fostering a safe, structured, and therapeutic learning environment. The role also develops and promotes good community relations among community members and school clientele. Work is generally performed in a typical education classroom environment with standard desks and student equipment, fluorescent lighting, and moderate noise. The environment is mostly clean and comfortable. General classroom and office equipment are used. The position is regular and based at Sage Canyon Elementary. It is scheduled for 20 hours per week, 180 work days per year, and 0.50 FTE.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Demonstrated ability to manage and respond to complex and challenging student behaviors.
- Extremely strong interpersonal communication skills.
- Collaborative work style.
Responsibilities
- Implement student-specific Positive Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) and behavior management strategies with fidelity.
- Provide one-on-one or small-group support for students with significant safety and behavioral concerns, including aggression, self-injurious behaviors, and elopement.
- Assist students with emotional regulation and coping skills, and support access to sensory accommodations and a safe space.
- Collect and maintain accurate daily data on student behavior and academic progress as required by the IEP team.
- Ensure the safety and well-being of students in the center and general education settings, addressing safety concerns immediately.
- Collaborate with the Special Education Teacher, School Psychologist, Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP), and other team members.
- Assist the Special Education Teacher with implementation of the Individualized Education Program (IEP).
- Support students in accessing the curriculum and completing social/play, adaptive, and academic tasks, including tasks modified or accommodated based on the IEP.
- Facilitate and model use of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) devices and other communication supports throughout the school day.
- Support students' meaningful inclusion in the general education classroom, including preparing for transitions and generalizing skills taught in the center.
- Respect confidentiality regarding student needs and abilities.
- Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- Health savings account (HSA)
- Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
- District-paid and voluntary supplemental life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
- Short- and long-term disability insurance
- Voluntary critical illness and accident insurance
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
- Voluntary 401(k), 403(b), and 457 retirement plan options
- Paid sick time
- Paid personal time
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
