(25-26) Intensive Behavior Intervention Assistant @ District-Wide (Current Site Placement: Cawston Elementary School)

Hemet Unified School District - L.A.•Anza, CA

36d•$21 - $26

About The Position

Under general supervision, to assist a certificated teacher in the supervision and instruction of special education students in a variety of educational settings including the home, community and classroom; to implement intensive behavior intervention programs for identified special education students; attend student progress meetings; assist student with and demonstrate proper physical care and hygienic needs; relieve the teacher of routine clerical duties; perform related duties as assigned. The Intensive Behavior Intervention Assistant is distinguished from other instructional classifications by the varying locations at which work is performed, absence of immediate supervision, the independent judgment exercised and the special needs of the population served. Positions assigned to this class are further distinguished by the emphasis on knowledge of methodologies found to benefit some children including, but not limited to, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Discrete Trial Training (DTT), Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS), Treatment and Education of Autistic and related Communication-handicapped CHildren (TEACCH), and Professional Assault Crisis Training (ProACT). Incumbents may be required to drive a personal vehicle to travel to student's homes and other locations including the classroom and community and provide one-to-one intensive behavioral intervention services. Other related duties may be assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and possession of the knowledge and abilities listed above.
Meet the requirements for the No Child Left Behind Act with possession of an AA degree or higher or pass the No Child Left Behind assessment test.
Attendance and demonstration of proficiency for District-established training sessions is required for continued employment.
Work history demonstrating dependability, reliability, and good attendance.
Must possess a First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate.
Pass the District's adopted Proficiency Examination with a satisfactory score.
Positions in this classification require the use of a personal automobile, the possession of a valid California Class C Driver's License and proof of current and appropriate auto insurance coverage. If required to drive a District vehicle, must be insurable at standard market rates under the District's insurance policy.
Pass a physical to ensure ability to perform all physical requirements.

Nice To Haves

Incumbents will be encouraged to participate in courses, seminars, and workshops in the area of autism and intensive behavior intervention.

Responsibilities

Follow teacher's lesson plans and assist in preparation of plans or develop own plans based on teacher's direction and explanation of student's physical and/or educational needs
Under direct and/or indirect supervision, provide individual and group instruction and/or intensive behavior intervention in the school or home setting
Perform specialized instructional assistance in areas of related service including, but not limited to: adaptive physical education, speech and language, and/or occupational therapy
Assist in identifying students needing remedial instruction in movement skills and providing activities for improvement of skills in body image, spatial awareness balance, locomotion, strength and agility
Assist students with personal hygiene and in developing self-help grooming skills as appropriate, including, but not limited to: eating, washing, oral care, and toileting
Assist in toileting and changing diapers as needed
Assist students with medication according to establish guidelines and procedures
Collect data and record anecdotal student progress notes, maintain and organize program notebooks, and implement behavior modifications
Assist teacher with carrying out and assessing individual educational programs (IEPs) for students
Assist teacher in preparing a variety of learning materials
Set up work areas and prepare materials for instructional use
Perform routine clerical tasks related to classroom record keeping and instructional material preparation
Operate or learn to operate a variety of audiovisual equipment, office equipment, electronic teaching machines, assistive technology, and computer terminals
Assist in administering, proctoring and scoring tests and charting student progress
File and record test scores, grades and other data in student files
Supervise students at lunch, on the playground, and on field trips
Attend a variety of meetings, workshops, and in-service trainings to maintain current knowledge of special education practices
May attend back-to-school nights and other school activities
Respect confidential nature of pupil records and school reports
Assist teacher with parent contacts