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Special Education Classroom Aide (fulltime, entry-level)

A Better Chance School
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JOB DESCRIPTION: The ABC School Classroom Aide will receive training to assist the On-Site Manager and Teacher in the daily management of student’s instructional programs and is responsible for ensuring compliance with student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP) and Positive Behavior Support Plan (PBSP).

PRIMARY TRAINING & JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Learning how to provide 2-on-1 or 1-on-1 supervisory assistance to students as designated by the classroom teacher, On-Site Manager and/or Principal. Working with a diverse population of clients, families, and staff
  • Having the teacher guide the CA on providing educational and daily living support to students with autism and similar developmental disabilities. This includes
  • classroom tutoring for ALL assigned students
  • assisting students with personal hygiene upkeep, this may include: daily diaper/pull up changes, “accident” cleanups/clothing changes, showering if needed.
  • assist with the implementation of educational and behavior intervention plans
  • The School Administrators and Classroom teachers will mentor the CA on collecting data for
  • student Progress Reports
  • job coaching
  • behavior intervention planning
  • transportation reports
  • individual education plans (IEPs)
  • The CA will learn about ensuring compliance with all Education Code and Health and Safety Code standards
  • The Job-Training Coordinators will provide guidance for the CA to job coach the students with the development and implementation of community based work/volunteer jobs, social and recreational activities.
  • Required attendance at monthly staff meetings and specialized in-services trainings as requested by Teacher and/or Principal
  • Assist with the transportation of students to-and/or-from school and on community outings in company vehicles. This includes:
  • driving company vehicles: passenger and minivans
  • Working with vehicle safety personnel to maintain the well-being of the students and staff while in company vehicles through observation, behavior intervention and documentation
  • working with the students and staff to sustain the cleanliness of the vans
  • reporting any and all vehicle maintenance issues to the transportation coordinators immediately
  • operating the company vehicles in a safe and responsible manner
  • Ensure the safety of staff and students by using personal protective equipment during in-person instruction and transportation

Other duties as assigned are designed to work as a team to improve A Better Chance School’s ability to educate our population and preserve the safety of the staff and students.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • At least 20 years of age and possess a High School Diploma/GED
  • Interested in gaining experience with children and/or adults with developmental disabilities
  • Ability to meet Community Care Licensing requirements to include: (1) physical examination (2) TB test (3) DOJ and FBI criminal record clearance

A valid California driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record