Student Aide - Autism School

HAYNES FAMILY OF PROGRAMS INC•La Verne, CA

2d•$18 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for assisting all educators in implementing a multi-sensory individualized educational plan (IEP) for students in the nonpublic school; serve as liaison between teachers, BCBAs, Behaviorists and OT/SLP and parents.

Requirements

Working knowledge of child guidance principles and practices, basic academic subjects, including arithmetic, oral and written communication skills; safe practices in classroom activities, record-keeping techniques and health and safety regulations
Ability to learn the special needs, problems and requirements of students; assist teachers with instruction and related activities of the assigned learning environment; and operate instructional equipment
Minimum of 48 college units
basic skills in working with children with disabilities or adolescents, typically learned in two years experience
ability to pass and utilize ProAct Training within one months of employment
ability to pass and utilize First Aid and CPR Certification within three months of employment
ability to work as a member of a therapeutic team
ability to support philosophy of the school and Company
effective oral and written communications skills
The incumbent must be able to perform this job safely, without endangering the health or safety of him/her or others
Requires a valid California Driver License and proof of insurance acceptable per insurance carrier
Must fulfill all requirements of employment, including clearance of all required background records (e.g. Department of Justice, Child Abuse, California Community Care Licensing, County Sanction List, etc.), professional, physical examination, and drug testing

Responsibilities

Assist educators in implementing the IEP and review daily lesson plans and contribute information and ideas as appropriate
Observe and control behavior according to established procedures
Report progress regarding student behavior and performance to teacher
Provide vocational instruction according to expertise and student program (e.g., woodshop, photography, clerical)
Participate in special programs (e.g., assemblies, plays, cultural events) with students as required
Participate in the maintenance of individual student records including progress reports and daily attendance records in accordance with school policies; ensures confidentiality is maintained
Respond appropriately to incidents and problems with students to de-escalate them as quickly as possible; uses crisis intervention skills in communicating with child; participates in physical interventions as necessary, in accordance with Company policies and procedures
Attend and participates in faculty meetings, in-service programs and workshops to maintain professional knowledge and skills and keep informed as to Company policies and programs that may impact on students; attends ProAct/CPR training and utilizes its techniques
Assist in maintaining health and safety of students by being aware of environment and the potential of student actions; assists the teacher or specialist according to established guidelines and procedures
Assist students by providing behavioral examples, displaying values and morals, providing emotional support, a friendly attitude and general guidance; assists in directing group activities of students at lunch and other times
Performs other reasonable related duties as assigned