Fbhs Behavioral Aide #368 7 Hrs./5 Days Wk./10 Mo.Yr. 16-1238 Open Until Filled

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FBUSD schools include Redwood Elementary School (grades PreK - 2), Dana Gray Elementary (grades 3 - 5), Fort Bragg Middle School (grade 6 - 8), Fort Bragg High School (grades 9 - 12) and three alternative schools

• Noyo High School (continuation), Lighthouse Community Day School (grades 9 - 12) and Shelter Cove Community Day School (grades 4 - 8). FBUSD is nestled on the rugged northern California coastline. Comprised of approximately 1700 students, FBUSD is the second largest school district in Mendocino County. With a wide array of athletic teams, a strong academic program, and an extensive range of extra-curricular options, FBUSD students continually have an impressive range of options after high school. The Fort Bragg community is incredibly supportive of all school activities and events and donates generously to programs and scholarships.

Job Summary

Job Summary

Under the general supervision of a teacher, the Behavior Aide assists in the special education program for handicapped students who have behavior challenges that may require a Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) who are identified as Emotionally Disturbed (ED). These positions differ from Instructional Assistant positions and the positions may be located at various sites.

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Requirements / Qualifications

Requirements / Qualifications

• AA degree or at least four (4) years of relevant job experience in a behavioral support setting; • 2 years' experience working with special education students or any combination of training and experience that would indicate possession of the above required skills and abilities; • BA degree or equivalent in an academic or related subject desirable. • Employees will be required to become certified in the following areas: First-Aid, CPR and Professional Assault Crisis Training and Certification (Pro-ACT); • Possess or obtain upon employment, a valid California Driver License; • Provide proof of automobile insurability; • Meet the physical requirements necessary to perform assigned duties safely and effectively, including lifting fifty (50) pounds on an occasional basis and in excess of fifty (50) pounds with assistance.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS: KNOWLEDGE OF: • General developmental stages, needs, and characteristics of school-aged children. • Instructional methods and techniques. • Physical, emotional and behavioral problems of students with Emotional Disturbance. • First aid, good health and safety practices. Job Description Behavioral Aide

• Special Ed Page 2 • Conflictresolution techniques. • The basic methods of physical fitness. ABILITY TO: • Meet the special needs of handicapped students. • Earn and maintain the confidence and trust of students. • Work and communicate effectively with students, parents and other staff members. • Establish and maintain harmonious relations with co-workers. • Follow written and oral instructions. • Work independently. • Participate in physical activities, to stand for long periods of time, to lift, stoop, bend, climb, push, and pull; physical mobility and stamina to participate in activities that may be strenuous. • Learn to operate computers and other school equipment. • Maintain confidentiality. • To learn and provide required behavioral interventions. • Obtain and maintain CPR and First Aid certification.

• Letter of Introduction

• Letter(s) of Reference

• Resume

• AA degree or at least four (4) years of relevant job experience in a behavioral support setting; • 2 years' experience working with special education students or any combination of training and experience that would indicate possession of the above required skills and abilities; • BA degree or equivalent in an academic or related subject desirable. • Employees will be required to become certified in the following areas: First-Aid, CPR and Professional Assault Crisis Training and Certification (Pro-ACT); • Possess or obtain upon employment, a valid California Driver License; • Provide proof of automobile insurability; • Meet the physical requirements necessary to perform assigned duties safely and effectively, including lifting fifty (50) pounds on an occasional basis and in excess of fifty (50) pounds with assistance.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS: KNOWLEDGE OF: • General developmental stages, needs, and characteristics of school-aged children. • Instructional methods and techniques. • Physical, emotional and behavioral problems of students with Emotional Disturbance. • First aid, good health and safety practices. Job Description Behavioral Aide

• Special Ed Page 2 • Conflictresolution techniques. • The basic methods of physical fitness. ABILITY TO: • Meet the special needs of handicapped students. • Earn and maintain the confidence and trust of students. • Work and communicate effectively with students, parents and other staff members. • Establish and maintain harmonious relations with co-workers. • Follow written and oral instructions. • Work independently. • Participate in physical activities, to stand for long periods of time, to lift, stoop, bend, climb, push, and pull; physical mobility and stamina to participate in activities that may be strenuous. • Learn to operate computers and other school equipment. • Maintain confidentiality. • To learn and provide required behavioral interventions. • Obtain and maintain CPR and First Aid certification.

• Letter of Introduction

• Letter(s) of Reference

• Resume

Comments and Other Information

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (Note: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The examples of work performed are neither restricted to nor all encompassing of the duties to be performed under this job title.) • Assists and monitors students with individualized programs in speech development, interpersonal communication, personal and self-help needs, and coping and emotional skills. • Assists with the collection of data on behaviors as needed for the development of the BIP. • Uses behavior modification principles to reinforce performance and teach replacement behaviors. • May make home or community visits with students as necessary. • Serves as a role model; models appropriate behavior; encourages and supports children. • Communicates with children, parents and others to resolve issues and answer questions. • Promotes the well-being of children by following health and safety practices and procedures. • Assists with keeping a neat, sanitary and orderly classroom. • Ability to assist students and receiving staff with transition into mainstream settings. • Assists students with the development of increased independence. • Converses with and establishes rapport with students. • Monitors students on the playground and in the bus area as necessary; supervises outdoor and indoor recreational activities. • Records student information. • Participates in conferences and planning sessions with the teacher. • Attends required in-service training sessions or workshops, including Pro-Act training. • Works with other students included in activities as necessary. • Performs clerical tasks and operates office equipment. • Performs duties that require lifting, stooping and bending. • May administer first aid as necessary. • Other related duties as assigned ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (May be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.) • Speak, read, and understand sufficiently to successfully receive/provide information to/from students, supervisors, co-workers, the public, etc. • Operate basic equipment such as the telephone, copier, computer, calculator, etc., except where incidental to the position. • Sufficient strength and agility to perform physical tasks required by the position. • Perform all duties listed on the job description. WORKING CONDITIONS: SUPERVISION RECEIVED: • Employees work under the guidance of a teacher and receive both detailed instruction and general instruction regarding practices and procedures on most duties. Employees are expected to use judgment and initiative in performing duties and when working with students with severe medical and physical disabilities or behavioral challenges. Job Description Behavioral Aide

• Special Ed Page 3 ENVIRONMENT: • Contact with others primarily includes students, parents, and other school district staff. • Classroom environment in single or multiple classrooms; • Driving a vehicle to conduct work as assigned by the position. PHYSICAL ABILITIES: • Seeing to read a variety of materials; • Hearing and speaking to exchange information; • Speaking so that others may understand at normal levels and on the telephone; • Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and other equipment; • Sitting, standing, walking, twisting, stooping, crouching, kneeling, bending over at the waist, grasping, reaching overhead, pushing, pulling and moving, lifting and/or carrying 0-50 pounds to waist height. HAZARDS: • Subject to blood-borne pathogens and bodily fluids; • Driving a vehicle during adverse weather conditions.

Comments and Other Information

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (Note: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The examples of work performed are neither restricted to nor all encompassing of the duties to be performed under this job title.) • Assists and monitors students with individualized programs in speech development, interpersonal communication, personal and self-help needs, and coping and emotional skills. • Assists with the collection of data on behaviors as needed for the development of the BIP. • Uses behavior modification principles to reinforce performance and teach replacement behaviors. • May make home or community visits with students as necessary. • Serves as a role model; models appropriate behavior; encourages and supports children. • Communicates with children, parents and others to resolve issues and answer questions. • Promotes the well-being of children by following health and safety practices and procedures. • Assists with keeping a neat, sanitary and orderly classroom. • Ability to assist students and receiving staff with transition into mainstream settings. • Assists students with the development of increased independence. • Converses with and establishes rapport with students. • Monitors students on the playground and in the bus area as necessary; supervises outdoor and indoor recreational activities. • Records student information. • Participates in conferences and planning sessions with the teacher. • Attends required in-service training sessions or workshops, including Pro-Act training. • Works with other students included in activities as necessary. • Performs clerical tasks and operates office equipment. • Performs duties that require lifting, stooping and bending. • May administer first aid as necessary. • Other related duties as assigned ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (May be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.) • Speak, read, and understand sufficiently to successfully receive/provide information to/from students, supervisors, co-workers, the public, etc. • Operate basic equipment such as the telephone, copier, computer, calculator, etc., except where incidental to the position. • Sufficient strength and agility to perform physical tasks required by the position. • Perform all duties listed on the job description. WORKING CONDITIONS: SUPERVISION RECEIVED: • Employees work under the guidance of a teacher and receive both detailed instruction and general instruction regarding practices and procedures on most duties. Employees are expected to use judgment and initiative in performing duties and when working with students with severe medical and physical disabilities or behavioral challenges. Job Description Behavioral Aide

• Special Ed Page 3 ENVIRONMENT: • Contact with others primarily includes students, parents, and other school district staff. • Classroom environment in single or multiple classrooms; • Driving a vehicle to conduct work as assigned by the position. PHYSICAL ABILITIES: • Seeing to read a variety of materials; • Hearing and speaking to exchange information; • Speaking so that others may understand at normal levels and on the telephone; • Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and other equipment; • Sitting, standing, walking, twisting, stooping, crouching, kneeling, bending over at the waist, grasping, reaching overhead, pushing, pulling and moving, lifting and/or carrying 0-50 pounds to waist height. HAZARDS: • Subject to blood-borne pathogens and bodily fluids; • Driving a vehicle during adverse weather conditions.

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