Behavioral Aide

Join Beam, a leading organization in education and behavioral support, as a Behavioral Aide. In this role, you will work closely with students with special needs, providing direct support and assistance in a dynamic and inclusive environment.

• Provide direct support to students with special needs, promoting their academic, social, and emotional growth.
• Assist in the preparation and development of instructional training activities and materials.
• Participate in activities planned by the school district staff, ensuring a safe and engaging learning environment.
• Assist school district staff with in-class activities based on specific instructions, promoting student learning and development.
• Maintain a neat and orderly classroom environment, keeping materials and equipment organized.
• Assist the school district staff in maintaining a good learning atmosphere, using effective teaching and behavior management techniques.
• Under direct supervision, staff may assist with assessing student needs, providing valuable insights and support.
• Provide the school district staff with general impressions and observations of students they work with, promoting a collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Work with students individually, in small groups, whole groups, or learning centers planned by the school district staff, providing instruction and support.
• May assist with classroom technology, adaptive devices, and equipment, ensuring a seamless learning experience.
• Assist with social skills, promoting positive relationships and interactions among students.
• Assist with toileting, diapering, dressing, and hygiene, ensuring the physical and emotional well-being of students.
• Keep an organized and clutter-free restroom and/or changing area, maintaining a safe and healthy environment.
• Administer emergency treatment when necessary, prioritizing student safety and well-being.
• May take children into the community, promoting socialization and exploration.
• May assist children to feed themselves, promoting independence and self-care.
• May be assigned in more than one school location, requiring flexibility and adaptability.
• Assist with playground supervision, ensuring a safe and enjoyable outdoor learning environment.
• Work cooperatively with students, school district staff, and administration while performing assigned duties and responsibilities.
• Reinforce lessons/activities with small groups of learners, promoting academic and social growth.
• Assist school staff in crisis intervention and discipline, prioritizing student safety and well-being.
• Participate in program planning meetings at the request of the school staff, promoting collaboration and teamwork.
• Perform other job-related work as required, ensuring a seamless and supportive learning environment.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• Recent experience in working with groups such as youth groups, child centers, or playgrounds and/or experience requiring organizational skills is desirable.

• Proof of High School Diploma or equivalency; or proof of an A.A. degree, 48 college units; or pass the Paraeducator Exam.