Behavioral Aide Location: Paramount, CA | On Site  | Part Time Description of Job Duties and Expectations Position Type: * Part-Time (Monday through Friday during school hours) * Compensation Range: $20 - $25  Locations: * Various locations -  Paramount Unified School District Responsibilities: * Primary responsibility is direct support to students with special needs * Participate in activities planned by the school district staff * Assists in the preparation and development of instructional training activities and materials * Assists school district staff with in-class activities based on specific instructions * Assists school district staff in maintaining a neat and orderly classroom environment by keeping materials and equipment organized * Assists the school district staff in maintaining a good learning atmosphere by using effective teaching and behavior management techniques * Under direct supervision, staff may assist with assessing student needs * Provides the school district staff with general impressions and observations of students they work with * Works with students individually, in small groups, whole groups or learning centers planned by the school district staff and provides instruction to student * May assist with classroom technology, adaptive devices, and equipment * Assists with social skills * Assists with toileting, diapering, dressing, and hygiene * Keeps an organized and clutter-free restroom and/or changing area * Administers emergency treatment when necessary * May take children into the community * May assist children to feed themselves * May be assigned in more than one school location * Assists with playground supervision * Works cooperatively with students, school district staff, and administration while performing assigned duties and responsibilities * Reinforces lessons/activities with small groups of learners * Assists school staff in crisis intervention and discipline * Participates in program planning meetings at the request of the school  staff * Performs other job-related work as required Qualifications: Ability to: * Understand and anticipate the needs of children * Operate classroom technology equipment * Understand and follow oral and written instructions * Establish and maintain effective working relationships with children and adults * Maintain professionalism and confidentiality * Show competence and assist with academic skills, e.g. reading and math * Communicate orally with correct language usage Knowledge of: * The general needs and behavior patterns of children * Safe work practices * Correct English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation * Needs and concerns of children with a variety of special needs * Perform general clerical duties at the request of supervisor Skills: * Read and understand instructions, follow and give clear directions * Work independently and make decisions within the framework of established guidelines * Adapt to individual needs of school staff and students and work with interruptions * Identifying and responding quickly to emergency situations in a calm and resourceful manner * Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work Experience: * Recent experience in working with groups such as youth groups, child centers, or playgrounds and/or experience requiring organizational skills is desirable. Education: * Proof of High School Diploma or equivalency; or proof of an A.A. degree, 48 college units; or pass the Paraeducator Exam Physical, Mental, and Environmental Demands: Physical: * Sitting, walking level surface, reaching, bending, use of both legs * Wrist/arm motion, grasping/holding, use of both hands * Regularly lift 1-15 lbs. *occasionally lift 26-40 lbs * Regularly carry/push 1-15 lbs *occasionally carry/push 26-40 lbs * Color vision, near vision, use of both eyes * Sense of smell * Normal hearing, distinguish sounds in transmission * Speaking Mental: * Occasional stress of emergencies, normal work standards stress, ability to work with interruption, reading, interpreting policy, memorize and recall objects, people, analyze problems and generate alternatives Working Environment: * Occasional exposure to the sun, occasional wetness, dust, occasional exposure to childhood diseases Requirements/Conditions of Employment: * Resume * Complete mandatory training as designated by BEAM Growth/Advance Training Opportunity * Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Training is accessible to inspire & promote growth. 40-hour online training to be completed on your own time. Once a certification is provided and the 90-day introductory period is complete, you will be promoted and receive a compensation increase. Schedule: * Mornings * Monday to Friday * No weekends Ability to commute/relocate: * Montebello Unified School District * Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) * Your assignment might vary from district to district and school to school Experience: * Behavioral Therapist/Interventionist: 1 year (Required) Location Paramount, CA Department New Hire Employment Type Part-Time Minimum Experience Entry-level Compensation 20-25