Inclusion Assistant

Job DetailsJob Location

• PUC
• CALS
• Middle
• School -
• Los
• Angeles,
• CA 900412547Position
• Type:
• Full
• TimeEducation
• Level:
• Bachelor's
• DegreeSalary
• Range: $22.00Job
• Shift: 10
• MonthJob
• Category: Classified - Support RolesOrganization Overview Partnerships to Uplift Communities (PUC) Schools is comprised of a non-profit network of public charter schools designed to significantly increase high school graduation rates, college entrance, and college graduation rates for underserved students in North-East Los Angeles, and the North-East San Fernando Valley. Our mission at PUC Schools is to develop and manage high-quality charter schools in densely populated urban communities with overcrowded and low-achieving schools. We create school programs and cultures that promote college graduation for all students. We uplift and revitalize communities through the success of our students and through inspiring them to uplift our communities now and forever and through the development of educational and other supportive partnerships. The Team Member we are searching for The ideal Inclusion Assistant believes in and is passionate about the mission and commitments of PUC Schools and exhibits this through their leadership, reflection, execution of school culture, and collaboration to ensure student success. The team member will support the Inclusion Team in providing service minutes to support students with IEP’s growth based on academic and other IDEA-specific needs. All PUC school students participate in full inclusion.
• What you will need to accomplish:
• Under the direction of an
• Inclusion
• Specialist, you will: Understand school-wide student and staff expectations and actively support programming for student(s) with special needs who require support in the areas of academics, behavior, social-emotional regulation, and/or daily functioning skills Implement data-driven push in academic support as an IEP Related Service (known as “RSP” services) in the inclusive classroom, including (but not limited to): Providing direct support to students with special needs within the “inclusive classroom” individually, in small groups, or on a one-to-one basis as needed and directed by credentialed staff Ensuring students with special needs have access to their outlined accommodations and supports within the classroom as outlined in their IEPs Providing some small group pull-out support for the provision of assessments and/or targeted support under the supervision of the Inclusion Specialist and based on student’s IEPs Assisting with testing, classwork completion, homework completion, program reviews, reports, student files, schedules, and any other instructional program assignments Assist with certificated personnel in the conduct of lessons and other classroom activities Facilitating recognition of students who are successful in meeting academic, social, emotional, and behavioral goals Promoting positive learning and reinforcing replacement behaviors Prompting student learning and engagement Engaging in de-escalation and redirection as needed Assisting with behavior, social-emotional, toileting, and daily functional skills, if required Build strong relationships with students and staff Understand and implement the academic, behavior, and/or social-emotional support as outlined in students’ current IEPs Work directly with student(s) Collect data on behavior for interpretation by Behavior Intervention Development (BID), Inclusion Specialist, and other charter staff Compile multiple types of data records daily, weekly, and monthly Record and track supports in Welligent on at least a weekly basis Assist with IEPs as necessary Direct all parent inquiries to Inclusion Specialist(s) and/or credentialed teacher Attend and complete all required trainings as assigned by PUC, your site leader, and/or BID and Inclusion Specialist Foster a safe and nurturing learning environment in collaboration with teachers and staff Support an environment where students are excited about learning and preparing for college and post-secondary success Build professional knowledge Demonstrate support and knowledge of the school's goals and mission Perform other duties as assigned QualificationsWhat do we require from you?

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience: Must complete 12 semester units and/or 18 quarter units and be currently enrolled for the same units or possess a BA/BS degree required Prior experience working with students with special needs in a learning environment Skills and Abilities Proficient with Microsoft Suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) Proficient in data collection Strong math skills Alignment with core characteristics required of every PUC employee: pursuit of excellence, innovation, community, tenacity, and authenticity Knowledge of behavior intervention strategies Knowledge of applied behavior analysis (ABA) principles and techniques preferred Must be flexible and team-oriented Able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment Bilingual in Spanish preferred Strong work ethic, accountability, and ownership of work Regular attendance, dependability, and punctuality in conformance with the standards are essential to the successful performance of this position The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Occasionally required to kneel, climb, and reach with hands and arms above shoulder level, lift up to 30 pounds. To bend, sit, stand, squat, stoop, walk, push, pull, and reach with hands and arms at shoulder level or below. Always required to wear the appropriate safety equipment for the task, which may include gloves, goggles, aprons, belts, etc. Compensation & Benefits: This is a full-time, hourly position Our benefits include: Comprehensive group health benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision and additional voluntary benefits 403b Retirement Plan with an annual contribution match Paid Time Off Ongoing Professional Development DISCLAIMER: This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of an incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of an incumbent. An incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job. Nothing in this position description changes the at-will employment relationship existing between the Institution and its employees. PUC Schools is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.