Loyalton Elementary School-Behavior Aide at Sierra-Plumas Joint Unified
About the Employer
Located in Sierra County, California SPJUSD envisions schools where all children succeed, where all children feel safe, and where their curiosity is cultivated. We provide an educational environment that encourages productive, responsible citizens. It is our goal to equip students with the tools to live and to contribute successfully in a rapidly changing world. Our schools offer a challenging, meaningful, and relevant curriculum that values creativity, critical thinking, and effective communication. Our students apply knowledge to new contexts and do so with honesty and integrity. Our students learn to appreciate beauty and care for the environment as well as each other and ultimately understand that their actions make a difference. Read our Strategic Plan. Sierra County is located in the heart of the northern section of the Sierra Nevada. It remains today much as it was over 100 years ago when the gold-seeking argonauts worked the rivers and mountains in search of their fortune in gold. Sierra County has year-round recreation and learning opportunities for every visitor, and Reno is a short easy drive, and San Francisco is less than four hours away. There are opportunities to fish, hunt, camp, hike, picnic, and ski. Rivers and streams run free and the forests and meadows wrap their beauty around mountain; it is beautiful in all seasons. Sierra-Plumas Joint Unified School District is a Single District County. Our enrollment is 411 students in 4 facilities.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Behavior Aide 5 hours Daily 10:00am-3:00 PM Loyalton Elementary School $17.11 - $23.20 Dependent on Experience Under the direction of Site Administration, Educational Services and Special Education, the Instructional Assistant-Behavior supports classroom teachers in implementing behavior intervention plans, collecting behavior data, and reinforcing positive behavior strategies for students with identified behavioral needs. This position assists in delivering instruction to individual students and small groups. Responsibilities also include supervising students with behavioral needs across various school settings, supporting transitions, assisting with student toileting and personal care, and responding to behavioral incidents. The Instructional Assistant – Behavior helps maintain a safe and structured learning environment and performs a variety of clerical duties in support of the instructional and behavioral programs.
Requirements / Qualifications
Must possess a high school diploma or education equivalent to graduation from high school and a passing score on the District Proficiency Exam. A CBEST passing score or AA or BA fulfills the exam requirement.Prefer one year of experience working with educationally and/or special needs students in an organized setting, and knowledge of behavior management theory and techniques. Include with the application: Current Resume A Letter of Introduction expressing your interest in the position Three letters of professional and/or character recommendations
Requirements / Qualifications
Must possess a high school diploma or education equivalent to graduation from high school and a passing score on the District Proficiency Exam. A CBEST passing score or AA or BA fulfills the exam requirement.Prefer one year of experience working with educationally and/or special needs students in an organized setting, and knowledge of behavior management theory and techniques. Include with the application: Current Resume A Letter of Introduction expressing your interest in the position Three letters of professional and/or character recommendations
Application Deadline
9/19/2026 11:55 PM Pacific
Date Posted
9/2/2026
Contact
Laraine Sei
530-993-1660 151
530-993-1660 151
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay dependent on experience
Add'l Salary Info
$17.11 - $23.20
Length of Work Year
182 School Calendar
Employment Type
Part Time