Student Aide - Autism School

HAYNES FAMILY OF PROGRAMS INC•La Verne, CA

2d•$18 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

The Student Aide assists educators in implementing individualized, multisensory education plans for students at a nonpublic school. The role serves as a liaison among teachers, BCBAs, behaviorists, occupational and speech-language therapists, and parents. The aide supports instruction, student behavior and safety, vocational activities, recordkeeping, and participation in school programs.

Requirements

Working knowledge of child guidance principles and practices, basic academic subjects including arithmetic, oral and written communication, safe classroom practices, recordkeeping techniques, and health and safety regulations.
Ability to learn students’ special needs, problems, and requirements; assist teachers with instruction and related activities; and operate instructional equipment.
At least 48 college units, basic skills working with children with disabilities, or adolescent experience typically learned through two years of experience.
Ability to pass and use ProAct training within one month of employment.
Ability to pass and use First Aid and CPR certification within three months of employment.
Ability to work as a member of a therapeutic team and support the philosophy of the school and company.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Ability to perform the job safely without endangering personal or others’ health or safety.
Valid California driver license and proof of insurance acceptable to the insurance carrier.
Must meet employment requirements, including required background-record clearances, professional and physical examinations, and drug testing.

Responsibilities

Assist educators in implementing students’ IEPs; review daily lesson plans and contribute information and ideas as appropriate.
Observe and manage student behavior according to established procedures, and report student behavior and performance progress to the teacher.
Provide vocational instruction based on the aide’s expertise and student program, such as woodshop, photography, or clerical work.
Participate with students in special programs, including assemblies, plays, and cultural events, as required.
Help maintain individual student records, including progress reports and daily attendance, in accordance with school policies and confidentiality requirements.
Respond to student incidents and problems to de-escalate them; use crisis intervention skills and participate in physical interventions when necessary and permitted by company policy.
Attend and participate in faculty meetings, in-service programs, and workshops; attend ProAct/CPR training and use the techniques learned.
Help maintain student health and safety by monitoring the environment and potential student actions, and assist teachers or specialists according to established procedures.
Support students through positive behavioral examples, values and morals, emotional support, a friendly attitude, and general guidance.
Assist in directing student group activities at lunch and at other times.
Perform other reasonable related duties as assigned.