Harmonium was established in 1975 through an enterprising blend of vision and necessity to respond to Mira Mesa's rapidly growing need for juvenile diversion services. We continue to shape our mission, goals and services by listening to the needs of neighborhoods, individuals and families. 

We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that reaches more than 30,000 San Diegans a year and offer a wide array of innovative and customized program services to over 5,000 children, youth, and families each day throughout San Diego County. We believe creative planning, collaboration, and strength-based intervention results in high quality services that promote well-being. 

Interested in joining our team? Take a look at the position we have available below. If this role speaks to you, let us know by applying! We hope to connect with you soon. 

JOB DESCRIPTION. 

Inclusion aides are responsible for the day-to-day supervision and inclusion of their assigned child(ren). This position is the go to person if there is a child who could benefit from an adaptation to instructional materials to enhance the student’s performance.

We are currently looking for part-time candidates to join schools throughout San Diego, including schools in Mira Mesa, Serra Mesa, Pacific Beach, Paradise Hills, Rolando Park, and Clairemont.

JOB COMPLEXITY.

• Develop and implement behavior support and intervention plans and modeling specialized strategies and techniques

• Develop, implement and model social skill development techniques, including social stories, peer facilitation, and peer training

• Assist in developing and implementing de-escalation strategies to assist or support with student development

• Assist in the preparation and adaptation of instruction materials to enhance student performance in the program

• Provide Site Director with enrichment program ideas focusing on the inclusion of the assigned child(ren)

• Provide assigned child(ren) assistance with academic homework 

MINIMUM COMPETENCIES.

• Must be 18 years of age

• Must have 48 completed college units OR pass the District’s Classroom Assistant Proficiency Exam (a basic math and literacy exam)

• Valid CPR and First Aid Certified required upon hire

• Must have a minimum of 6 months experience with children with special needs (paid or unpaid) in any of the following settings: working, volunteering, or babysitting

COMPENSATION. 

• Starting Rate: $21.00 per hour (all new hires begin at starting salary regardless of experience)
• Part Time benefits include dental, vision, pet, life, and critical illness insurance, a 403b retirement plan plus match, and CA Paid Sick Leave in addition to hands-on training, virtual courses, and live presentations.

Harmonium is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We seek to cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all employees/interns. We are committed to maintaining an atmosphere in which people of diverse backgrounds and lifestyles may grow personally and professionally.

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