Behavior Assistant
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Job Location:
Concord, CA - USA
Hourly Salary:
USD 20 - 21
Posted on:
14 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Employment Type: Full Time
Schedule: Monday through Friday 8:00 am- 3:30pm
Length of Work Year: 213 Days
Hourly rate: $21.50
About Us
We are a small supportive private school dedicated to serving students with autism and related developmental needs. Our program emphasizes structure compassion collaboration and individualized support to help each student reach their full potential-academically socially and emotionally.
Position Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Behavior Assistant (paraprofessional assistant) to support students in the classroom and across school settings. The Behavior Assistant works closely with teachers behavior specialists and related service providers to implement behavior support plans support academic growth and promote positive functional behavior.
Anova offers in-depth hands-on training to support professionals who are new to the field.
Responsibilities
- Support students with autism in academic behavioral and social-emotional activities
- Implement individualized behavior intervention plans (BIPs) under the direction of supervisory staff
- Use positive behavior supports de-escalation strategies and reinforcement systems
- Assist with academic and behavior data collection and tracking
- Complete Pro-ACT training (facilitated by Anova) and apply the principles of Pro-ACT in situations that may potentially require the use of physical management (to be utilized as a last resort to maintain staff and student safety)
- Support students during transitions lunch recess and community-based activities
- Maintain a safe structured and respectful learning environment
- Collaborate with teachers therapists and administrators
- Maintain professionalism confidentiality and clear communication at all times
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required (Bachelors degree preferred)
- Experience working with children with autism or special needs preferred but not required
- Willingness to be trained in behavior intervention strategies and crisis prevention
- Patience reliability and strong communication skills
- Ability to follow behavior plans take direction from supervisory staff and implement feedback.
- Physical ability to support students as needed (standing walking light lifting)
What We Offer
- Supportive team-oriented work environment
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Meaningful work making a direct impact on students lives
- Competitive pay based on experience
- School-year schedule with holidays and breaks
- Benefits include PTO medical dental vision and retirement options.
- If you have a bachelors degree and are interested in advancing your career we provide guidance and support toward becoming a Special Education Teacher.
How to Apply
Please submit your resume. A strong work ethic and genuine desire to support students with autism and other exceptionalities are essential.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
Key Skills
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Developmental Disabilities Experience
- Behavior Management
- Behavioral Health
- Data Collection
- Primary Care Experience
- Military Experience
- Special Education
- Autism Experience
- Special Needs
- Experience with Children
- Social Work
About Company
Innovative educational and therapy services to children and adults with autism spectrum disorders, learning disabilities, emotional disturbance, and other neurodevelopmental impairments.
