Educational Support Staff

Wage band range $18.00 - $25.00 per hour however, starting pay is ultimately determined by the scope of the position, the candidate's relevant experience, and internal equity. 

Under the guidance of the Camino Classroom Educator, the Educational Support Staff is responsible for supporting the overall operation of the Camino classroom and of teaching secondary school subjects in the Camino a Casa classrooms and to educate students with severe learning and behavioral problems. The Education Support Staff carries out the mission of Casa Pacifica as it relates to the educational component of the individual treatment program of the student.  

We are a diverse and inclusive team providing excellent services to all our surrounding communities. Our team members are empowered to share their identities, ideas, and perspectives. A culture built on diversity, equity and inclusivity is essential to creating a safe and healing environment at Casa Pacifica.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (illustrated by typical activities):

• Supports, protects and cares for students individually and in groups.
• Provides assistance to the classroom educator and each student working in a group and in handling individual problems. 
• Administers discipline and sets limits for behavior as necessary. 
• Will plan curriculum and prepare lessons and other instructional materials to meet individual need of students, considering state and school requirements, physical, emotional, and educational levels of development.
• Provides individualized and group instruction which meets the standards of the School and takes into account the specialized needs of the student.
• Maintains an appropriate physical, mental, emotional and educational environment in order to facilitate the student’s education, social and emotional growth and wellbeing.
• Will confer with parents, administrators, testing specialists, social worker(s), and others to develop individual educational program for students.
• Instructs students in all academic subjects and participate in programing. 
• Develops learning materials geared to each student's ability and interest.
• Works with students to increase motivation, provide consistent reinforcement to learning, and continuous feedback to student for all learning activities.
• Provides direct supervision of students.
• Teaches youth social skills, management skills, personal competence, individual responsibility and self-esteem; provides positive experiences.
• Teaches clients to respect Casa Pacifica property.
• Provides additional services and assistance as necessary.
• Attends and participates in general staff training programs.
• Maintains confidentiality in all matters within the organization with respect to personnel, operations and clients.
• May perform other duties and projects as assigned from time to time.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's degree preferred, with a minimum of 2 years’ experience and /or training with severely emotionally disturbed students; experience in academic testing or equivalent combination of education and experience. 

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Ability to use various types of computer software. Bilingual in Spanish preferred. Knowledge of Title 22, Division 6 licensing requirements.  Strong organizational, communication and leadership skills. Must have ability to motivate.  

Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. 

Mathematical Skills: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, percentages, ratios, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry. 

Reasoning Ability: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.  Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. 

Supervisory Skills: Ability to effectively supervise and motivate students and aides to perform. Ability to carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.  Ability to address complaints and resolve problems.

WHAT WE OFFER 
Casa Pacifica strongly believes in providing our employees with a comprehensive and competitive total benefits package that will support them across the many needs that arise in life. In addition to the salary information listed above, employees within this position will also be eligible for the following:

• Comprehensive Benefits package,
• 401k auto enrollment at 3% with up to 5% fully vested employer matching contributions made after first year of service
• 9 paid holidays
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance options
• Flexible Spending and Dependent care programs
• Excellent Training opportunities – including opportunities for CEUs
• Education/Tuition Assistance programs
• Group Discount Pet Insurance
• Aflac Hospital, Critical Illness, Accidental & Dental supplemental plan options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Free Confidential Crisis Line 24/7, 365 days a year
  • 4 face-to-face or telephonic sessions per issue, i.e.,
    • Stress, Anxiety, Depression
    • Life transitions
    • Grief and Loss
    • Divorce
    • Conflict Resolution
    • Substance Abuse
    • Work-Life Counseling
    • Free Legal and Financial Consultations
    • Identity Theft Recovery Services

Casa Pacifica is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. All applicants will be given full consideration under state, local, and federal law.

Salary : $18 - $25