Behavior Intervention Assistant (POOL) - Elite Academy - CP26-014792 at Grossmont Union High School District
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Application Deadline
Until Filled
Date Posted
4/13/2026
Contact
Samantha Urzua
619-644-8026
Number of Openings
6
Salary
Pay Range
$22.05 - $24.25 Per Hour
Add'l Salary Info
Salary Range: 35 - Plus paid holidays, vacations, sick time. Also includes great benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Flex-Pay)
Length of Work Year
205 days, 6.5 hours per day, Monday - Friday
Employment Type
Part Time
Location/Site
Elite Academy
Job#
CP26-014792
Department/Site:
Special Education Department
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About the Employer
The Grossmont Union High School District is dedicated to providing a safe and collaborative learning environment which supports academic achievement and social development for all students. The Grossmont District operates on the premise that success for every student is dependent upon all groups in the organization including teachers, administrators, parents, staff, students, and the community working together to support all students in their development as life-long learners, thinkers, and successful contributors of the community. The Grossmont Union High School District shall be free from discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying against and individual or group based on the employee's actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, age, religious creed, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, affiliation with the Boy Scouts of America, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. (GUHSD Board Policy 4030).
Job Summary
Job Summary
Behavior Intervention Assistant: The job of Behavior Intervention Assistant is done for the purpose/s of providing implementation and modeling of research based interventions (specific to Autism Spectrum Disorders and other language and behavior related disorders/disabilities) according to established Individual Education Plans (IEP) for the purpose of supporting district staff and assisting students in achieving their academic, social, emotional and behavioral goals. This job reports to Principal or Designee
Job Description / Essential Elements: Print
JOB DESCRIPTION
Grossmont Union High School District
BEHAVIOR INTERVENTION ASSISTANT
Purpose Statement:
The jo of Behavior Intervention Assistant is done for the purpose/s of providing implementation and modeling of research based interventions (specific to Autism Spectrum Disorders and other language and behavior related disorders/disabilities )according to established Individual Education Plans (IEP) for the purpose of supporting district staff and assisting students in achieving their academic, social, emotional and behavioral goals.
This job reports to Principal or Designee
Essential Functions
Adapts classroom activities, assignments and/or materials under the direction of the teacher for the purpose of providing an opportunity for all special education students to participate in classroom activities.
Assists in developing, implementing, and modeling behavior and instructional support plans for the purpose of meeting individual student needs and reinforcing learning activities.
Assists in the preparation and adaptation of instructional materials for the purpose of providing activities and materials that facilitate student learning and performance.
Assists in training of staff, parents, and pupils in specialized instructional strategies and techniques being implemented for the purpose of sharing information and techniques used in behavior intervention.
Assists with data collection and assessments for behavior support services for the purpose of monitoring and reporting progress with identified goals.
Implements and models alternative communication intervention strategies for the purpose of teaching students to communicate effectively.
Implements and models social skill development techniques, including social stories, peer facilitation and peer training for the purpose of assisting students in achieving academic, social, emotional and behavioral goals.
Implements behavioral plans designed by IEP team for students with behavior disorders or other special conditions for the purpose of assisting in meeting special education students needs and providing a consistent environment.
Monitors and records data on academic and/or behavioral information for the purpose of measuring student progress in identified areas.
Monitors student progress in identified areas for the purpose of recording appropriate data regarding academic and/or behavioral information.
Participates in staff development programs as directed for the purpose of learning new skills relevant to working with students with disabilities and/or peers.
Reports observations and incidents relating to specific students (e.g. fights, inappropriate social behavior, etc.) for the purpose of providing documentation and/or communicating information to appropriate personnel.
Supervises pupils at assemblies and on field trips, in the lunch or recess areas, halls and grounds for the purpose of maximizing their independence and assimilation within the school environment.
Travels to school sites as required for the purpose of performing services at varied sites.
Job Description: Behavior IntelVention Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
SKILLS are required to perform multiple, non-technical tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skills required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: experience and/or education equivalent to one year of experience in behavior support autism and instructional methodologies.
KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; read a variety of manuals, write documents following prescribed formats, and/or present information to others; and understand complex, multi-step written and oral instructions. Specific knowledge required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job includes: Instructional methodologies and tutorial procedures and practices for students with pervasive developmental disorders; data collection strategies; behavioral principles and social interaction facilitation.
ABILITY is required to schedule activities and/or meetings; gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using a variety of standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals' and/or groups; work with similar types of data; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment. In working with others, problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data may require independent interpretation; and problem solving with equipment is moderate. Specific abilities required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: Learn structured teaching principles; understand and explain the impact of pervasive developmental disorders on learning; assist in developing and implementing behavioral support plans and instructional methodologies; train staff, parents, and pupils in specialized instructional strategies and techniques; prepare and adapt materials to enhance student performance; collect and maintain data; communicate effectively orally and in writing; demonstrate interest in the instructional program; work harmoniously with the public, pupils, and staff.
Responsibility
Responsibilities include: working under direct supervision using standardized procedures; providing information and/or advising others; and operating within a defined budget. Utilization of some resources from other work units is often required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to impact the Organization's services.
Working Environment
The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 50% sitting, 25% walking, and 25% standing. The job is performed under minimal temperature variations and some hazardous conditions.
Experience Job related experience is required.
Education Targeted job related education that meets organization's prerequisite requirements.
Certificates & Licenses
48 college credits, hours or an AA degree, or be able to demonstrate college level skills by passing a proficiency exam. Valid CA driver's license, evidence of insurability, and availability of personal transportation.
Education
Targeted job related education that meets organization's prerequisite requirements.
Required Testing
As required for position
Continuing Educ. / Training
None Specified
Clearances
Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance
TB Clearance
Approval Date
Salary Grade
Unit II, Range 35
Printed 7/26/2011
Pending Governing Board approval on 9/9/11
Requirements / Qualifications
Experience: Job related experience with increasing levels of responsibility required. Education: High School diploma or equivalent. Required Testing: Certificates & Licenses: 48 college credits completed, or an AA degree, or be able to demonstrate college level skills by passing the Paraeducator Proficiency Exam. Valid CA driver's license, evidence of insurability, and availability of personal transportation. Clearances: • Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance • TB Clearance • Must complete any mandatory training assigned by the District that is generally applicable to all classified employees or employees in this classification in particular.
To schedule your Paraeducator Proficiency Exam, use the link below: (copy & paste into a new web browser page) https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf6Nle3_crIhPz9hiyOG8Zn9qO-dT_rtMfAFRv-sjRblzqH9g/viewform?usp=pp_url To be considered for this position, you must individually attach the following items to your completed Edjoin application:
Requirements / Qualifications
Experience: Job related experience with increasing levels of responsibility required. Education: High School diploma or equivalent. Required Testing: Certificates & Licenses: 48 college credits completed, or an AA degree, or be able to demonstrate college level skills by passing the Paraeducator Proficiency Exam. Valid CA driver's license, evidence of insurability, and availability of personal transportation. Clearances: • Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance • TB Clearance • Must complete any mandatory training assigned by the District that is generally applicable to all classified employees or employees in this classification in particular.
To schedule your Paraeducator Proficiency Exam, use the link below: (copy & paste into a new web browser page) https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf6Nle3_crIhPz9hiyOG8Zn9qO-dT_rtMfAFRv-sjRblzqH9g/viewform?usp=pp_url To be considered for this position, you must individually attach the following items to your completed Edjoin application:
Comments and Other Information
It is important to note, to become an employee of Grossmont Union High School District, there will be a fingerprinting requirement that currently costs $72 (this is an up-front, out-of-pocket cost). Join the GUHSD team! Guided by its core values of caring, collaboration, and innovation, the Grossmont Union High School District exists for empower each GUHSD student to build the best future.
Comments and Other Information
It is important to note, to become an employee of Grossmont Union High School District, there will be a fingerprinting requirement that currently costs $72 (this is an up-front, out-of-pocket cost). Join the GUHSD team! Guided by its core values of caring, collaboration, and innovation, the Grossmont Union High School District exists for empower each GUHSD student to build the best future.
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THE GROSSMONT UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT
The Grossmont Union High School District is a suburban high school district encompassing 470 square miles in the eastern portion of San Diego County. Major cities located in the District's attendance area are El Cajon, La Mesa, Lemon Grove, and Santee, and the unincorporated areas of Spring Valley, Alpine, Lakeside, Dulzura, and Jamul.
There are approximately 22,000 students attending the District’s nine comprehensive high schools, two charter schools, one continuation school, alternative, and special education programs. The District also operates a very comprehensive adult school and Regional Occupational Program. Approximately 52 percent of the high school students are white and 48 percent come from Latino, African-American, Asian, Filipino, Chaldean/Arabic, Pacific Islander, and Native American backgrounds. The approximately 2200 full-time employees in the District, combined with hundreds of hourly employees, make the District the largest employer in East County. The schools located in the Grossmont District are Grossmont, El Cajon Valley, Mount Miguel, El Capitan, Granite Hills, Monte Vista, Santana, Valhalla, and West Hills and Alternative Education Programs such as Chaparral High School, Gateway, Middle College High School and Phoenix Programs.
The Grossmont District provides a quality educational program for its students and has a reputation for excellence throughout the state. The District continues to modify and improve its instructional program to meet the needs of the students it serves. Teacher collaboration through Professional Learning Communities increased opportunities for students in career/technical programs, comprehensive intervention programs for at-risk students, and expanded community partnerships are but a few of the programs that are benefiting our students. Last year, every comprehensive high school in the District showed positive growth in its individual API score and met requirements for AYP.
Equity and Access for All Students
All students will have access to a high quality, supportive, educational experience.
Grossmont Union High School District Believes, Supports, & Expects:
A. All students will be educated in an emotionally and physically safe, supportive environment.
B. All students will be placed in appropriate courses with critical monitoring of student achievement.
C. Systematic support will be implemented to ensure success for every student.
D. All students will be actively engaged and challenged to achieve their personal, educational,
and career goals.
E. All students will have access to an array of
curricular & extended curricular activities.
Collaborative Learning Environment
All staff will contribute to collaborative teams in a mutually supportive and trusting environment.
Grossmont Union High School District Believes, Supports, & Expects:
A. Staff will set goals for student achievement that are specific, measurable, attainable, challenging, results-oriented, and time-bound.
B. Teachers will collaborate and reflect on classroom policies, practices, curriculum, and instructional strategies to ensure equity for all students.
C. Significant recognition and celebration of individual and collective achievements will occur.
D. Parents will take an active role in the education of their children, including monitoring. academic performance and working with staff to maximize their child’s educational experience.
Grossmont Union High School District
1100 Murray Dr., El Cajon, CA 92020
P.O. Box 1043, La Mesa, CA 91944
(619) 644-8000
FAX (619) 644-3537
www.guhsd.net
Community Engagement
Grossmont Union High School District values the importance of collaborative relationships with its extended community.
Grossmont Union High School District Believes, Supports, & Expects:
A. The Governing Board, Superintendent, and staff will engage the community with a common
message and purpose.
B. Articulation with partner districts, community colleges, and universities will be on-going.
C. The business community will be encouraged to continue taking an active role in the development of career/technical education and work-related experiences.
D. Collaborative work with the community and civic-based organizations will occur to coordinate
resources for student, family, and community needs.
E. Communication with parents and the community will be expanded.