We're Hiring - Instructional Aides and Certified Behavioral Technician for Special Education SPED -

Job Description

Job Description

We're Hiring! Instructional Aides and Behavioral Technicians for Special Education Programs (SPED) - Multiple School Campuses in Santa Maria!

✅ About the Role: Make a REAL Difference Every Day in Special Education!

Are you passionate about helping students succeed? You'll work closely with certificated teachers, supporting students with sensory, behavioral, and learning needs in a safe and nurturing environment.

Pay Rate: $19 to $21 per hour (based on qualifications/experience)

Schedule: Monday-Friday, Day Shift, 5.5 to 6 hours per day

Type: Full-Time, Long-Term Placement

Setting: Public School Campuses

Selected applicants must obtain AB1172 Certification - all training and certification costs are fully paid by us!

If you are a certified Behavioral Technician, please mention that to the hiring manager.

BT Certification is required for this Behavioral Technician role.

✅WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING WITH US: Blue Horizons is a premium employer offering all our personnel a wide range of compensations and benefits including:

• Highly competitive wages.
• 90 day review with a consideration for a raise and/or bonus.
• 1 year review with a consideration for a raise and/or bonus.
• Holiday pay
• Vacation pay
• Sick leave pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision with a generous employer contribution.
• 401K plans with a generous employer match.
• Advance your career with additional licenses and certificates that are fully reimbursed by the company.
• Highly professional management team that is attentive and caring.
• Robust HR department, staff and administration that respond to your inquiries rapidly and professionally.
• Open door policy to all management and administration.
• A guarantee that you'll never have a manager that does not treat you with the highest level of respect.

Importantly, we are a people-first employer, providing our security personnel with great pay, high level benefits, great support and equal opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

✅Full Benefits Package Includes:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Vacation, Sick Days, and Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with a generous Employer Match
• License Acquisition and Sponsorship (Costs Fully Covered)
• Ongoing Paid Training (CPR, CPI, De-escalation, AB1172)

✅What You'll Do:

• Supervise and assist students with special needs in the classroom and during activities.
• Support toileting needs for students requiring assistance.
• Tutor individuals or small groups, reinforcing instruction and learning activities.
• Monitor and report on student progress and behavior.
• Implement safe supervision practices and use de-escalation techniques when needed (training provided).
• Prepare materials, assist with lesson plans, and perform light clerical tasks.
• Accompany students on field trips and supervise during lunch/playground activities.
• Maintain confidentiality of student records and ensure a safe learning environment.
• Must have high awareness to track and adjust to behavioral changes and needs
• Ability and readiness to document behaviors using charts upon request
• Comfortable working with students who may have higher behavioral needs
• Strong attendance is essential, as they play a key role in maintaining student progress, schedules, and related responsibilities

✅Skills and Knowledge:

• Understanding of child guidance principles and practices for students with special needs.
• Familiarity with basic academic subjects (reading, writing, math, grammar).
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Patience, tact, and courtesy in interacting with students and staff.
• Basic clerical and record-keeping skills.
• Knowledge of classroom procedures, appropriate student conduct, and safe activity practices.
• Ability to operate standard office and classroom equipment.

✅ Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit, stand, bend, kneel, and lift moderate weight during student support activities.
• Must hear, speak, and see clearly to assist and monitor students.

✅Work Environment:

• Primarily indoor classroom settings.
• Occasional outdoor activities during supervision or field trips.

✅Working Conditions:

• Potential exposure to communicable diseases and contact with blood or other body fluids.
• Some students with behavioral challenges may require physical intervention (training provided).

✅What We're Looking For:

• Professional, reliable, and patient individuals who are passionate about helping students.
• Ability to be empathetic and supportive toward students with mental, emotional, or physical disabilities.
• Calm, positive, and outgoing attitude.
• Must pass background screening and provide TB vaccination card.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; coursework in child development is a plus.
• BT certification preferred (required for Behavioral Technician role; applicants without BT certification may be hired as aides and provided training)
• Prior experience working with children with special needs is a bonus (not required - we provide training!).

✅More About This Role:

• Assist in Special Day Classes (SDC) or Resource Specialist Programs (RSP).
• Tutor individuals or small groups of students with special learning needs.
• Reinforce lessons, help prepare materials, and adapt instructions to student needs.
• Support positive student behavior through reinforcement and de-escalation techniques.
• Perform light clerical tasks (like recording grades and preparing instructional materials).
• Monitor lunchroom, playground, and assist students during field trips if needed.
• Follow health and safety practices to maintain a secure environment.
• Attend training sessions, staff meetings, and maintain confidentiality at all times.

Apply Now and Start Changing Lives!