What are the responsibilities and job description for the Substitute Special Education Behavior Aide position at Los Angeles County Office of Education?

Job Description / Essential Elements:

SPECIAL ED. INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT
Under general supervision, in a classroom setting or special learning center, an instructional assistant assists in the delivery of an instructional program of prescribed learning objectives to Special Education students.

POSITION IN ORGANIZATION
Reports to: School Site Principal or His/Her Designee

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Assists in guiding students or providing an example in the academic, social/emotional or psychomotor areas
Assists in developing a student's communication abilities in the written, oral, or manual areas (receptive and expressive skill areas)
Attends to a student's special needs in the physical or personal hygiene areas of growth and development
Provides for experiences to increase a student's awareness and interest in vocational areas
Assists in helping Special Education students understand their handicap and work towards improving their skills in areas where specific weaknesses have been diagnosed
Assists Special Education students to become more self-reliant and to relate with individuals or groups who are not handicapped
Assists teacher in the classroom and outdoor activities
Prepares materials for reproduction and operates machines to reproduce such materials
Prepares materials and uses media as needed in the classroom setting-
Performs any other related work as required
Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with teachers and parents
Participates in workshops and in-services as required
May be required to perform specific tasks as related to the I.E.P.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

Any combination equivalent to graduation from high school and one year of full-time paid or two years volunteer experience working with Special Education Students, or two (2) years of college including courses on child development and education of the Special Education student.
Must be physically fit to lead and participate in a variety of vigorous activities.
Ability to see and hear conditions relating to the safety of self and others.
Ability to speak in an indoor and outdoor setting well enough to project voice throughout classroom, playground and multipurpose room.
Strength to lift/carry equipment/supplies/children up to 50 pounds.
Must have adequate body movement or mobility to stoop, bend, reach and climb.
Must pass proficiency test as legislated by the State of California.
Must possess a California Drivers License and must submit to a Department of Motor Vehicle check as required

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of the general needs and behavior of children in Special Education
Knowledge of the basic element of child growth and development
Knowledge of the procedures, functional and limitations of assigned duties
Ability to deal effectively with children in situations requiring poise and patience
Ability to perform clerical work

Requirements / Qualifications

Please submit required documents as attachments online: 1) One letter of Recommendation 2) Proof of HS Diploma or GED (can be substituted for higher degree) 3) If you have at least 48 units or credit hours of college coursework, please include unofficial transcripts. ****ONLY COMPLETE PACKETS WILL BE CONSIDERED**** If you do not have at least 48 units or credit hours of college coursework you will be required to pass a proficiency test as legislated by the State of California. A study guide may be picked up with the receptionist at our District Office

The district office hours are from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm and closed from 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Monday - Friday. The address is 6625 La Palma Ave., Buena Park, CA 90620 If selected for the position you will need to complete the department of justice criminal background check prior to employment. Cost for this background check is $57.00 to be paid for by the applicant.

Comments and Other Information

Nondiscrimination Statement The Centralia Elementary School District (CESD) is committed to ensuring equal, fair, and meaningful access to employment and educational services. The District does not discriminate in any employment practice, educational program, or educational activity on the basis and/or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy, and related conditions, race, religion, retaliation, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, Vietnam Era Veterans’ status, or any other basis prohibited by California state and federal nondiscrimination laws respectively. Not all bases of discrimination shall apply to both educational services and employment. The Office of Equal Opportunity is charged with overseeing, leading, and directing the CESD’s efforts to meet the legal obligations set forth in state and federal civil rights laws and regulations in CESD employment and delivery of educational services. Inquiries regarding nondiscrimination and civil rights should be directed to the Human Resources office.

Centralia Elementary School District

Application Deadline

4/7/2025 3:30 PM Pacific

Date Posted

3/21/2025

Contact

Laura Chang
(714)228-3147

Number of Openings

Not Specified

Salary

Single Rate
$22.44 Per Hour

Length of Work Year

10 Months - On Call

Employment Type

Part Time

Hours:

Varies - On Call

School:

All Sites

Salary : $22

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