BEHAVIOR INTERVENTION ASSISTANT (2371)

Job Title

Special Education Assistant

Job Description

Assists a teacher in providing instructional and behavioral support to behaviorally challenged students in Special Education programs; monitors and redirects student progress regarding inappropriate behaviors and performance; supports acquisition of appropriate skills and behaviors; assists in meeting special needs which may include feeding and toileting students; performs a variety of responsible and specialized tasks in the physical care and classroom instruction of students with disabilities; assists students with disabilities in meeting the physical requirements of attending school; administers Intensive Behavior Intervention methods based on the Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) model, including Discrete Trial Training (DTT), to identified Special Education students; performs a variety of clerical duties as assigned. Current vacancies exist for permanent assignments. All positions are part-time (9.25 months per year, 6 hours per day), Monday through Friday, and include full benefits for the employee only. Assignments may be in any part of the district boundaries (Glendale, La Crescenta, or Montrose).

Recruitment will remain open until a sufficient number of qualified applications are received. Application filing period may close at any time. Positions in this classification start at the fourth step of the salary range at $31.48 per hour. Permanent employees may earn higher rates and receive merit increases each year up to the maximum amount ($39.50/hr.). Successful candidates with offers of employment must be available for a paid mandatory training. This applies to all candidates including current district employees. Selected training dates to be determined.

Verification of college units or degrees required. Copies must be scanned and attached to the online application. Unofficial transcripts or online verification of units are acceptable. Applications without valid attachments will be disqualified.

Examples of Duties

Supports instruction to individuals or small groups of students with special needs as assigned. Monitors student conduct and utilizes approved behavior management techniques to redirect and modify inappropriate behaviors. Administers one-on-one ABA-based Intensive Behavior Intervention methods, including Discrete Trial Training (DTT), to designated students in a school setting as directed by supervisor or other specialist. Participates in Intensive Behavior Intervention staff development in-services. Implements documented therapy plans for Intensive Behavior Intervention treatment. Monitors, observes and reports behavioral data of students according to approved procedures. Assists students upon arrival and departure at school and throughout the school day by repositioning in wheelchairs or other necessary equipment. Assists students with washing, eating, toileting, and other personal care needs. Assists in physical transfer of students with disabilities (approximately 50 – 75 pounds). Provides basic emergency care as needed, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) or basic first-aid until medical assistance arrives. Performs specialized physical health care services such as suctioning, gastronomy tube feeding, catheterization, oxygen administration and care of related equipment, and administers medication as directed. Maintains activity rooms, equipment, and utensils. Changes sheets and linens and prepares cots and beds for rest periods. Assists teacher in supervision of assigned students in physical and instructional activities.

Employment Standards

Copies of college units or degrees are required and must be scanned and attached to the on-line application. Unofficial transcripts or online verification of units are acceptable. Minimum requirements training and education: consistent with the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) of 2015 and other related legislation, candidates for this classification must meet the following standards: the equivalent of graduation from high school and one of the following: 1. Completion of at least two years of study (48 semester units or 60 quarter units) at an institution of higher education; or 2. Attainment of an Associate of Arts degree or higher. Additionally, completion of coursework at an accredited institution of higher education in child development, education, and/or psychology is desirable. Verification will be required for high school graduation, college units, and degrees. Experience: -One year of experience working with students with disabilities, including students on the autism spectrum, and some demonstrated experience implementing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)-based behavior intervention techniques; or -One year of experience at the level of an Education Assistant II or Special Education Assistant, supplemented by District-approved training in the special needs requirements of students on the autism spectrum. Desirable qualifications: -Experience in observing and charting student behavioral data. -Training in implementing Intensive Behavior Intervention techniques. -Written and oral proficiency in a second language.

Examination Process

To apply: visit Step-by-step online employment application guide: Phone inquiries are welcome at View phone number on click.appcast.io. A review of applicants' experience and qualifications will be conducted. Based on that evaluation, a limited number of top-qualifying applicants whose qualifications best meet the current needs of the District will be invited to participate in the next step of the examination process. The examination will include a technical qualifications appraisal interview. Qualified candidates will be provided with more details prior to the start of the examination process. After an offer of employment, a candidate must submit evidence of freedom from tuberculosis, fingerprint clearance with the Department of Justice, and a pre-employment physical exam (district-paid). The onboarding process includes legally mandated training(s) and reference checks. In addition, pursuant to Senate Bill 848 (SB 848), the District is required to conduct reference checks that include inquiry into whether the applicant has ever been the subject of a credible complaint, investigation, or disciplinary action related to child abuse, sexual misconduct, or sexual harassment.

Statement of Non-discrimination: The Board of Education is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education. District programs, activities and services shall be free from unlawful discrimination, harassment (including sexual harassment), intimidation, and/or bullying based on actual or perceived sex, race or ethnicity, color, national origin, nationality, religion, age, sexual orientation, sexual preference, ancestry, ethnic group identification, gender, gender expression, gender identity, physical or mental disability, marital or parental status, or on the basis of a person's association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, or sexual harassment in any district service, program and/or activity that receives or benefits from state financial assistance. The Board shall promote programs which ensure that unlawful discriminatory practices are eliminated in all district activities. The District will take steps to assure that the lack of English will not be a barrier to admission and participation in district programs. A copy of the District's Uniform Complaint Policy is available by calling View phone number on click.appcast.io. Complaints alleging noncompliance with this policy of nondiscrimination should be directed to the following personnel: Title IX Coordinator: Dr. Kelly King, 223 N. Jackson St., View phone number on click.appcast.io, View email address on click.appcast.io Section 504 Coordinator: Dr. Narineh Khemichian, 223 North Jackson, View phone number on click.appcast.io, View email address on click.appcast.io Title II/ADA: Dr. Kelly King, 223 N. Jackson St., View phone number on click.appcast.io, View email address on click.appcast.io