We are seeking enthusiastic Teacher Aides at our Culver City campus to join our dynamic Westview School of Art and Technology team. This is an ideal position for individuals with experience and passion for helping children with learning differences reach their fullest potential. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to assist the teacher with all aspects of classroom instruction and behavior management, utilizing a positive, strengths-based approach.

Westview is a supportive, structured educational program for students in grades 6 through 12 with learning differences, ADHD, high-functioning ASD, and/or mild emotional problems. This WASC-accredited college preparatory program serves motivated students of average to superior intellectual ability who are underachieving in traditional school settings and could benefit from a more personalized academic program in order to reach their potential.

QUALIFICATIONS:

· BA Degree required.

· Working with children with autism or other learning differences is a definite plus!

· Candidates with CBEST highly preferred!

· Demonstrated ability to follow teacher directives and work in a team environment

· Strong communication and interpersonal skills;

· Ability to follow a client (by running and/or walking) who is experiencing behavioral problems.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Instruct individual & small group lessons as directed by the classroom teacher;

· Implement behavior plans and manage student behavior utilizing positive, strength-based strategies;

· Apply appropriate crisis intervention protocols in accordance with Nonviolent Crisis Intervention
Training Program (CPI) and school/agency policies to ensure student safety;

· Assist with paperwork and record keeping as needed;

The Help Group offers wonderful training opportunities, a supportive, professional work environment and great
benefits, including:

· Excellent benefits, including a 100% employer-sponsored health insurance plan

· Dental, vision, and life insurance

· 403b Retirement Plan

· Flexible Spending Account

· Reimbursement of classes toward teaching credential

· SIGN ON BONUS!

· Reimbursement to employees for successful completion of CBEST test;

· Small class sizes with a multidisciplinary approach

Salary $ 20.04 per hour

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.