Paraprofessional

Vista Del Mar • Los Angeles, CA

6d • $18 - $23

About The Position

The Paraprofessional-Adult Assistant provides one-to-one behavioral support to an assigned student in and out of the classroom in accordance with the student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP). The role also supports students in classroom and group settings by implementing behavior intervention and support plans, helping students access appropriate care, supervision, and educational support.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• An associate degree, 48 college credits, passage of the CBEST, or another equivalent test demonstrating proficiency in reading, math, and writing.
• Ability to hear and verbally communicate with others.
• Ability to interrupt physical altercations among students.

Nice To Haves

• Two to four years of experience working with students with emotional disturbance, autism spectrum disorder, and/or other developmental disabilities.
• Classroom experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one behavioral support to an assigned student in and out of the classroom in accordance with the student’s IEP.
• Support students in classroom and group settings while implementing behavior intervention and support plans.
• Collect data related to the IEP and behavior intervention/support plan under the guidance of the behavior intervention development specialist, using an assigned device.
• Provide crisis intervention for students using Crisis Prevention and Intervention methods, onsite and offsite as required by contract.
• Support special education teachers in implementing the IEP for a specific student.
• Remain in physical proximity to students and maintain physical visibility in and out of the classroom.
• Provide consistent supervision, protection, and care during structured and unstructured times.
• Maintain the availability of equipment and supplies in rooms used for de-escalation, sensory activities, and quiet time, while providing a neutral, non-reinforcing environment.
• Collaborate with supervisors, staff, clients, and guests to support care, welfare, safety, and security.
• Assist students with adaptive living skills as needed, including dressing, toileting, and personal hygiene.
• Complete paperwork promptly, including incident reports, anecdotal records, and behavioral charting; enter time-outs in the PBIS Program and incident reports in the agency’s online TIER system.
• Use the agency’s electronic email and payroll systems.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with children through role modeling and coping strategies.
• Provide daily transportation when needed.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• FSA/Dependent Care and supplemental benefits.
• 403(b) with a 3% employer contribution based on annual salary.
• Four flex days.
• Up to 12 paid holidays.
• Up to 25% cell phone discounts with AT&T, Verizon, and Sprint.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED