Special Education Assistant

Special Education AssistantKIPP SoCal Public Schools is a nonprofit organization that operates 20 tuition-free, open-enrollment charter public schools, educating more than 10,000 students and supporting 8,300 alumni to and through college and beyond. Our award winning schools are part of the national KIPP (Knowledge Is Power Program) network, dedicated to meeting the needs of all learners and providing the social, emotional and academic support for success in high school, college, and life.Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose—college, career and beyond—so they can lead fulfilling lives and create a more just world.At KIPP SoCal we build trusting relationships that are strengthened by high expectations and collaboration alongside laughter and joy. We set ambitious goals and hold each other accountable for students achieving their greatest potential. We work together with each other and in partnership with families and communities in the active pursuit of a more equitable world. We do the right thing, even when it's not always comfortable standing up and speaking out against anti-blackness, racism, oppression, and injustice. We persevere through obstacles and treat failure as an opportunity to learn and grow.You should apply if you enjoy building lasting relationships with students, creating strong and positive behavioral support plans, and growing as an educator and a teammate.This opening is for the '26-'27 school year. Interview days are currently scheduled for Aug. 3 and Aug 4. Please note: In most cases, we assign candidates to a school site location. At times, however, SpEd Assistants are assigned to the School Success Team pool and will provide services at various assigned school sites throughout the school year.What you'll do:Provide support to students and students of disabilityImplement comprehensive positive behavioral support plans and effective behavior management strategies; deliver instruction; participate as a member of the educational team, and hold design and implement all components of the student's individual programSupporting with student health needs including mobility, including diapering and toileting if applicableUphold and enforce school rules and policiesAdapts classroom activities, assignments and/or materials under the direction of the teacher to provide access to class activitiesSupervise students throughout the school day in classrooms, during educational activities, and during recess and lunchAssist teacher in classroom instruction and behavior supportImplement Behavior Support PlanImplement behavior strategiesAssist in managing the behavior of students and crisis intervention, including restraintAbility to work with students having special needs and/or aggressive behaviors (i.e. biting, kicking, hitting, emotional outbursts, etc.)Appropriately manage student behavior and guide student toward more acceptable social behaviors Model appropriate behavioral interventionsConfer with teacher(s) on a regular basis to assist in evaluation student(s) progress and/or implementing IEP goals and objectivesAssist with student assessments, as appropriateParticipate in IEP meetings, as appropriateMaintain appropriate documentation, records, and reportsParticipate in developing data collection systems, and monitor data collection to ensure the success of academic and behavior plansMaintain confidentiality of students and families as mandated by district, state and federal regulationsParticipate in school and regional trainings, in-services and meetingsEstablish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff, and parentsCommunicate effectively in oral and written formOther duties as assigned by the Director of Special EducationYou'll be qualified if you have:Bachelor's Degree highly preferred1-year experience working with students with special needs in a school settingExperience working in an educational setting implementing behavioral intervention for students with complex and/or severe behavioral problems.Certification in NCI (Non-Violent Crisis Intervention), desiredFirst aid and CPR, desiredKnowledge of positive behavioral interventions and applied behavior analysis (ABA)Knowledge of behavioral management strategies and techniques related to pupils with special needsJoining KIPP SoCal means the following:Working at an organization committed to the hard work necessary to ensure education is for liberationSpending time with students and families in the best communities of LA, Compton, and San DiegoSupport and care from fellow regional team membersOngoing professional development and coaching from managerWorking with us means the following perks:Full-time position offered a rate of $22/hour (non-negotiable)Very competitive compensation package inclusive of a generous benefits package100% of healthcare premium costs covered by employer, dependents added at 50% of the costEmployer-paid KIPP SoCal life insurance401(k) plan with up to 6% match by KIPP SoCalVoluntary Benefits (Pet Insurance, Supplemental Life, Accident, Short Term Disability, etc.)Generous time off program includes 22 holidays and sick leaveOther great benefits (Flexible spending account, EAP, tuition reimbursement for dependents, etc.)KIPP SoCal Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation/gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.