Specialized Behavior Aide at ABC Unified School District

About the Employer

The ABC Unified School District is known throughout the State of California as a leader in educational planning and innovation. The District has received county, state, and national recognition for outstanding programs in counseling, alternative education, staff development, and labor relations. Staff members have been selected to participate on state and national educational committees and have been invited to make presentations at national, state, and local conferences. Students have been recognized as National Merit scholars, academic decathlon winners, and participants in the Model United Nations program. Approximately 85 percent of the graduating students go on to higher education. The ABC Unified School District includes nineteen elementary schools, five middle schools, three comprehensive high schools, a college prep 7-12 school, a continuation high school, infant/children centers, extended-day care, and adult school.

Job Summary

Job Summary

ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Under the supervision of a Behavior Specialist, the direction of certificated personnel, and in collaboration with support staff, assists students as directed, with a focus on positive behavior intervention; implements specialized strategies to attain specific IEP/504 goals; assists teachers as needed, and does other related work as assigned. Maintain a high degree of confidentiality regarding all aspects of the student’s program. Record data as instructed by certificated staff members and/or Behavior Specialists. Attend staff training and workshops as directed to enhance, maintain, and develop skills. Utilize excellent interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with students and staff on-site. Must be able to work with a variety of students of different ages and abilities. This position involves frequent and direct contact with staff and students; works in a school environment where students may engage in aggressive behavior. Must be able to maintain regular attendance and punctuality. Flexibility with day-to-day assignments which may include changing sites mid-day and working with new students. Demonstrate skills in decision making, problem solving, and conflict management.

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