Personal Care Aide

Personal Care Aide About The Accelerated Schools At The Accelerated Schools, we believe in the boundless potential of every student and are committed to helping them thrive. Located just south of Downtown Los Angeles, we serve a vibrant community of over 1,700 TK-12 students and are dedicated to preparing them to excel in college, career, and life. Our approach blends innovation, equity, and compassion, creating an environment where students are empowered to take ownership of their learning and their future. * Our Instructional Approach: Our instructional approach incorporates research-based practices, including project-based learning, student choice & voice, self-direction, and mentoring. Our students set their own short-term and long-term academic and personal goals and our faculty members support students in monitoring their progress toward these goals every day. * Our Approach to Behavior Support: We embrace Restorative Practices and Circles as a means of building community. This system relies on the belief that all people should have opportunities to develop positive habits and learn from their mistakes. We believe that the best way to accomplish this goal is for us to listen to students, seek to understand their perspectives, and support their journey toward empowerment. * Our Mission & Commitment to Equity: The Accelerated Schools will graduate students who are prepared to succeed at the university and career of their choice who will enter the workplace as informed and productive employees. At The Accelerated Schools, educational equity is continuously creating and implementing practices that are culturally responsive, and honoring voices from all educational and community partners. Through curiosity, inquiry, self and system reflection, we disrupt inequitable systems so that students graduate in four years, college, career and or life ready. Job Summary: Under the direction of the Director of School Operations, the Personal Care Aide provides support to students with disabilities and general education students to ensure their health, safety, and full participation in school programs and activities. The aide assists students with daily living activities and personal care needs, including toileting, diapering, feeding, hygiene, and mobility support, while helping maintain a safe and supportive learning environment. In addition to personal care responsibilities, the Personal Care Aide supports basic student health services and general school aide duties that contribute to the safe and efficient operation of the campus. Health-related responsibilities may include assisting with health office organization, monitoring students who report illness or minor injuries, maintaining basic health documentation, and assisting with general first aid under established school procedures. The Personal Care Aide may also support general campus supervision duties such as assisting with student transitions, recess, lunch supervision, and arrival and dismissal monitoring. The position emphasizes maintaining student dignity, privacy, and well-being while supporting access to classroom instruction, health services, and school activities. What You Will Do Student Support and Supervision * Assist students with disabilities and general education students in safely participating in classroom routines and school activities. * Provide support during transitions between classrooms, school locations, and programs. * Monitor and supervise students in classrooms, playgrounds, cafeterias, hallways, and other school environments. * Assist in implementing behavior support and safety plans as directed by administration or designated staff. * Support students who require supervision due to medical, developmental, or mobility needs. Personal Care Assistance * Assist students with daily living activities, including toileting, changing diapers, hygiene, and changing of clothing as necessary. * Assist with feeding, positioning, and mobility support when required. * Assist students with limited mobility by supporting or safely transporting them between locations on campus. * Maintain sanitary and safe procedures while providing personal care assistance. * Ensure student dignity, privacy, and respect during all personal care activities. * Support students in developing independence in daily living skills when appropriate. Health and Medical Support * Provide general first aid assistance to students experiencing minor injuries or illness in accordance with school health procedures * Take and record student temperatures and assist with basic health monitoring as directed * Support the administration of student medications as authorized and directed by the school nurse or physician orders * Assist with monitoring students with diabetes, including observing symptoms related to blood sugar levels and supporting their medical care plan * Assist with administration of insulin or other diabetes-related care in accordance with physician orders and approved student health care plans * Monitor and support students with diabetes by observing food intake, hydration, and health indicators as required by their medical care plan * Supervise students who require observation due to illness, injury, or health conditions until appropriate staff or guardians arrive * Maintain organized health supplies and assist with maintaining a clean and safe health support area . Collaboration and Communication * Work cooperatively with teachers, specialists, administrators, the school nurse, and other staff to support student health and well-being * Implement directions provided by certificated staff regarding health support, behavior management, and student safety * Communicate observations related to student health, behavior, mobility, and personal care needs * Maintain professionalism and confidentiality when handling sensitive student medical or personal information * Assist in documenting health observations, incidents, or student needs as directed by supervising staff Medical Delegation Compliance * Perform health-related services only when properly trained and when such services are delegated by a credentialed school nurse or authorized medical professional in accordance with California law * Follow individualized student health care plans, physician orders, and school health protocols when providing medical support services * Participate in required health and safety training related to medication administration, diabetes care, first aid, and emergency procedures Our Ideal Teammate * Deeply mission-driven and believe Accelerated can and will meet audacious goals. You connect vision to outcomes by prioritizing strategically and using data to guide decisions. * Believes diversity drives innovation and actively foster inclusive environments. You reflect on how your decisions advance equity and inclusion and work in partnership with students, families, and community. * Take ownership of your actions and impact. You reflect, seek feedback, adjust as needed, and hold yourself accountable for results. * You value relationships and build trust through integrity, transparency, and follow-through. You engage in honest, two-way dialogue grounded in empathy and humility. * You believe learning happens through dialogue, not monologue. You listen actively, elevate diverse voices, and seek understanding, even in moments of conflict. * You are a strategic, outcomes-oriented problem solver. You prioritize effectively, anticipate challenges, and adapt strategies to drive meaningful results. * You believe in continuous growth for yourself and others. You celebrate wins, own mistakes, seek coaching and feedback, and support teammates in developing their skills and impact.