Teaching Assistant

Side by Side•San Anselmo, CA

1d•$22 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

The Teaching Assistant/Paraeducator supports teachers and classroom teams at the Irene M. Hunt School, a nonpublic day school serving students in grades K–12 with individualized education addressing emotional and behavioral challenges. The role provides direct student support and supervision; implements instruction, lessons, academic and clinical programs, and positive behavior interventions; assists with lesson and IEP planning; and helps maintain a safe, functional classroom and school environment. The position also supports behavior management and data collection, intervenes in crisis situations, and coordinates with other program staff. This position is 40 hours per week, with an hourly pay rate of $22.00 to $28.00 based on education and years of experience. Physical demands include walking, standing, sitting, bending, running, guiding students, and implementing CPI procedures or equivalent physical interventions, including restraints. The role may involve driving to various sites and exposure to low to moderate school noise.

Requirements

Four-year college degree preferred; an associate degree or its equivalent in college credits (at least 60 credits) is accepted.
Experience working in a school or treatment setting with students who have learning or social/emotional problems.
Valid California driver’s license, proof of personal vehicle insurance, and eligibility for coverage under Side by Side’s insurance policy based on DMV record.
California Department of Justice and FBI fingerprint clearance.
Physical ability to implement CPI procedures or equivalent, including physical restraints.
Ability to perform basic first aid and/or CPR.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines accurately.
Detail-oriented approach and excellent organizational skills.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and clients at multiple levels.
Ability to interact with children or adolescents consistently, empathically, flexibly, and patiently.
Ability to assess problem areas and set clear, firm limits and boundaries.
Knowledge and academic skills to deliver appropriate instructional experiences within a student’s assigned grade level or academic curriculum.
Ability to work creatively and cooperatively with a team.
Ability to communicate clearly verbally and in writing, understand instructions, and use sound judgment about what information to communicate and to whom.
Ability to make timely, sound decisions and recognize, address, and propose solutions to problems.
Physical ability to jog, run, and walk briskly; bend or kneel and return to standing without assistance; maintain balance and coordination while guiding students; and sit, walk, stand, twist, and bend for most of the workday.
Ability to use hands with dexterity for regular use of a telephone, computer keyboard, mouse, or calculator; visual ability to read documents and a computer monitor; and hearing and speech sufficient to converse in person and by telephone.
May be required to lift up to 10 pounds and ascend or descend stairs.

Nice To Haves

Four-year college degree.
Experience working in a school or treatment setting for students with learning or social/emotional problems.

Responsibilities

Assist the teacher with implementing students’ Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
Provide instructional support in content areas as directed by the teacher.
Implement school-wide and classroom positive behavioral intervention structures or management systems, including helping students return to school tasks and supervising them in designated alternative locations when needed.
Intervene in crisis situations, including implementing CPI procedures as needed.
Help maintain a functional, safe, and clean school environment.
Lead small study groups in content areas when qualified by education or experience.
Supervise students during class breaks and lunch as assigned.
Keep track of students’ whereabouts and maintain visual supervision when students are missing or out of bounds.
Assist the teacher with planning and developing IEP draft documents.
Prepare and duplicate written assignments as needed.
Participate in preparing daily data and reports documenting students’ academic and social behavior.
Assist with data collection and record keeping as directed by teachers, behavioral staff, or administrative school staff.
Assist in preparing progress reports at scheduled times.
Write daily reports documenting students’ academic and social behaviors.
Attend and participate in school staff meetings and join meetings with other agency personnel as needed.
Transition students in an orderly manner between transportation and the classroom.
Confer with agency staff as needed regarding student status or additional behavior planning.
Follow agency health and safety policies, the Code of Conduct, the Employee Handbook, and other agency policies and procedures.
Attend and participate in required agency supervision, meetings, and training.
Maintain strict confidentiality regarding client, staff, and agency information.

Benefits

Vacation corresponding to the school district closure schedule.
Two weeks of sick leave for full-time employees, with four additional days for school staff.
Ten paid holidays per year and one annual Self-Care Anniversary Day.
99% employer-paid medical insurance for full-time employees, including Kaiser Permanente, Sutter Health, or Anthem options.
Dental and vision insurance.
Long-term disability insurance up to $9,000 per month.
$50,000 life and AD&D insurance, with the option to purchase additional life insurance at the employee’s cost.
403(b) retirement plan with agency match.
Professional development and other learning opportunities, including unlimited access to more than 1,000 behavioral health courses online.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness certified employer.
Free Employee Assistance Program, including up to 10 complimentary personal counseling sessions per problem per year for staff and dependents.
Employee recognition program with $500 bonus awards.
Employee referral bonus of up to $1,000.
Pet insurance.