Position purpose
Under the direction of the Director of Inclusion, the Special Education 1:1 aide will provide behavior, academic and social support to students identified as having a need for additional (or dedicated) adult support in their IEP.
Duties/Responsibilities/Functions/Tasks
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Work with assigned student or students;
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Ability to approach students with an attitude of understanding, patience, and calm;
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Under supervisor direction, implement the student's Behavior Intervention Plan, and curriculum modifications/accommodations;
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Support social interactions
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Model appropriate behavioral interventions;
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Collect data on a daily basis to gather information used by IEP team to revise the Behavior Intervention Plan and to develop annual IEP goals and objectives;
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Maintain appropriate documentation, records, and reports;
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Consult and collaborate with Sped Team about student progress;
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Performs other related duties as assigned.
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Support classroom teacher(s) or special education team when a student is absent.
Qualifications
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The equivalent of graduation from high school (Verification will be required for high school graduation, college units, and degrees.)
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Pass a Department of Justice background check (Livescan)
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Pass a TB (tuberculosis) screening/testing
Special Position Requirements
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Must have a strong desire to work with children, especially those with special needs and behavior concerns
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Demonstrates a high level of professionalism;
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One year of paid or volunteer experience working with school-age children;
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Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form;
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Ability to understand and carry out oral and written directions;
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Ability to remain calm under stressful conditions.
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Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.
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Must be able to become certified by the Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) in non-violent crisis interventions;
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Knowledge and understanding of positive behavioral interventions and applied behavior analysis;
Preferences
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First Aid and CPR training are desirable.
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Knowledge, training and experience within the field of Applied Behavior Analysis
Work Requirements
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Able to bend at waist, kneel, or crouch to assist students;
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Able to sit or stand for extended periods of time;
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Able to lift and carrying of weights up to 25 pounds;
