Paraprofessional
$45,760–$52,000 year
On-siteLancaster, California, United States or Lancaster, Ontario, Canada
Job Summary
Support students with academic, social, and daily living skills, including assisting with toileting, hygiene, and feeding needs. Help manage and de-escalate aggressive physical behaviors using approved techniques and Applied Behavior Analysis strategies while following individualized behavior plans. Collect data on student progress and behaviors, maintaining consistency and patience within a structured environment. This role requires physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and full-time availability Monday-Friday 8:45am-3:15pm. Join a nonpublic school dedicated to nurturing students ages 5 to 22 with severe behavioral and developmental needs through individualized instruction and therapeutic support.
Required Qualifications
- Full time availability Monday-Friday 8:45am-3:15pm (30 hours a week are our fulltime hours)
- Physically able to assist with personal care and behavioral interventions
- Have no physical restrictions and can lift up to 50 pounds
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with special needs or behavioral support preferred
- Open to learning and using applied behavioral techniques
- Able to remain calm and follow through during challenging situations
- Friendly, outgoing, and communicates well with staff and students
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