Classroom Assistant

About the Role

The Classroom Assistant will play a vital role in assisting the Teacher in presenting and preparing lessons, as well as preparing materials, activities, and reports. This position requires a team player who can work collaboratively with the Behavior Program Manager and other staff members to ensure the smooth delivery of programs and services.

Key Responsibilities

Assist Teacher in presenting and preparing lessons as required
Assist Behavior Specialist with monitoring the schoolwide Positive Behavior Training (PBT) management system at the classroom level
In the event of the absence of a team member, fulfill responsibilities of that team member as necessary for effective program delivery
Instruct individuals and small groups of students in academic or behavioral areas as directed by classroom teacher and behavior specialist
Prepare materials, activities, and reports in conjunction with the teacher or behavior specialist
Plan and deliver weekly whole-group elective lessons
Attend and participate in weekly staff, team, and CA meetings
Attend special education instructional and mental health training seminars or other training sessions as directed by the Academic Program Manager
Supervise students during lunch times, class transitions, and recess times
Complete daily student attendance reporting
Support with daily administration of student medications
Document and distribute team notes, conference notes, and parent notes during meetings and as needed
Perform other related duties as required and assigned
Ensure that school policies and procedures are carried out
Ensure that CA Educational Code is adhered to
Adheres to CHC Employee Handbook
Ensure the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Law is adhered to
Protects the confidentiality of client/student and families

Requirements

Knowledge of and/or classroom teaching experience with children with emotional, behavioral, and learning disabilities
Ability to work on an interdisciplinary team
Knowledge of basic computer skills to communicate via email and to prepare documents on a word processor

About Your Background

At least two years of experience in fields related to childcare, education, or mental health is preferred
B.A. in fields related to childcare, education and mental health is preferred
Experience working with students with learning/behavioral challenges is preferred

Working Conditions

Non-Exempt Hourly Full-Time
Works Monday through Friday in Palo Alto
Able to undergo training and implementation of Pro-ACT crisis management system
Able to stand and sit for extended periods for instruction and supervision
Able to lift and/or move up to 20 lbs

Compensation

Range: $24.50 to $29.00 per hour
Pay Type: Hourly

The starting hourly rate for this position is as shown above. The actual hourly rate is dependent upon a variety of job-related factors such as professional background, training, work experience, location, business needs, and market demand. This pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

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