Classroom Support Staff/ Job Coach

Classroom support, Behavioral intervention, Vocational training, Data collection, Therapeutic crisis intervention, Positive behavior interventions and supports, Student supervision, Academic assistance, Crisis management, Special education support

About the role

Solterra Academy provides comprehensive special education for students aged 5 to 22 requiring intensive intervention due to severe emotional, behavioral, cognitive, developmental, and/or learning challenges. We believe in fostering an environment that is supportive, developmentally appropriate, and tailored to specific individual needs. Our dedication lies in the cooperative, self-motivated, adjusted, and academically accomplished development of each child.

Responsibilities

• Provide active supervision and assist students ages 18 through 22 who are placed at a community work sites.
• Aid students with academic tasks.
• Implement Behavior Intervention Plans with assigned students.
• Offer therapeutic feedback to students in a constructive manner.
• Collect data on student behaviors.
• Rotate among various classrooms under teacher and administration supervision.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Previous experience working with children with severe behaviors is a plus.
• CPR certification required within 90 days of hire (training provided by Solterra Academy).
• Certification in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention required with the first training course provided after hire date (training provided by Solterra Academy).
• All candidates for employment will undergo a background check.

Benefits

• Trainings provided by Solterra Academy.
• Competitive salary with annual reviews and potential bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Retail savings plan with employer matching.
• Paid time off based on service length and position type for personal, medical, and vacation needs.
• Educational Reimbursement up to $4,200.