The Helix School·San Rafael, California
Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team of therapists and teachers to deliver special education plans and daily instruction. Provide behavioral support to students and collect necessary data under professional direction.
About The Helix School The Helix School serves autistic children and young adults ages 5 to 22 from across the Bay Area.
Our mission is to provide a nurturing, individualized education that supports each student’s cognitive, sensory, and emotional development.
Through an integrated, evidence-based curriculum, we meet students where they are—adapting to their developmental levels, sensory processing profiles, and regulatory needs.
Our interdisciplinary team includes educators, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, behavior specialists, and mental health professionals, all working collaboratively to support each student’s growth.
We also partner with public school districts throughout the Bay Area to provide specialized services and consultation.
Learn more at www.thehelixschool.org.
At least 2 years of experience working with children (experience in special education strongly preferred). Collaborative mindset with the ability to work on an interdisciplinary team. Comfort with hands-on, flexible, and student-centered teaching approaches.
Full-time schedule: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Generous 5 weeks of PAID school breaks plus all national holidays. Medical and dental insurance available for eligible employees. 403B retirement plan available Ideal for Those Pursuing Careers in: Speech-Language Pathology, Behavior Analysis, Education, Occupational Therapy, or Counseling. Equal Opportunity Employer The Helix School is committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status in any of our operations, including hiring, volunteer selection, and service provision. Let me know if you’d like a shorter version for a job board or a more casual version for social media!
Requires at least 2 years of experience working with children, with a strong preference for special education experience. Candidates must possess a collaborative mindset and comfort with flexible, hands-on teaching approaches.
Market context
In California, mild/mod aide positions are often in steady demand because schools need support staff who can work closely with students and classroom teams. These roles are competitive when candidates bring child experience, special education familiarity, and a collaborative, flexible approach. This platform AI-summarizes requirements and benefits from the original posting, helping you review details faster; if you apply, highlight hands-on classroom experience and readiness to support varied teaching methods.
