2025- 2026 Behavior Intervention Assistant - High School (Pacoima) at YPI Charter Schools

We believe a high quality, rigorous education is the great equalizer that provides access and opportunities for our students, families and communities. We believe in our communities. We believe in our team. We believe in our families. We believe in our students. YPI Charter Schools (YPICS) operates three community-based, technology-oriented public schools which provide a personalized learning environment for students from diverse backgrounds. The schools are named after activists who dedicated their lives to achieving social and economic justice for underserved communities in Los Angeles, across the nation and the world. Our schools are committed to high standards, equity, and civic responsibility. YPICS’ will foster personalization, active engagement of students, and a tone of decency and respect, and family/community partnership.

The Behavior Intervention Implementation Assistant (BII) reports to the Resource Specialist Teacher (case carrier), supported by the Behavior Intervention Development Specialist, and collaborates with the classroom teacher. The BII provides behavioral and instructional support to students with special needs whose behavioral and/or social-emotional challenges impact their ability to be fully involved in the classroom. The BII will redirect students to demonstrate desired behaviors, monitor and document progress on behavior goals and objectives, and provide necessary interventions to support students with becoming independent in the general education setting. Applicants must be willing to work with students who may act in an aggressive or disruptive manner, and have negative attitudes. Individuals that hold this role may be required to attend to students’ personal hygiene needs. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: - Monitors student behavior and utilizes approved behavior management techniques to redirect and modify inappropriate behaviors. - Assists students in prescribed learning activities. - Administers one-on-one ABA-based Intensive Behavior Intervention methods to designated students in a school setting. - Implements documented therapy plans for Behavior Intervention treatment. - Monitors, observes, and reports behavioral data of students according to approved procedures. - Conducts behavioral programs and activities for students with social/emotional/behavioral needs individually or in small groups, carries out behavior, social and academic instruction that will assist the student in meeting the goals and objectives as directed by certificated special education teacher or other certificated staff. - Assist in planning and following through with behavioral interventions. - Provides behavioral support in the classroom as appropriate.

- Completion of at least 48 college semester units or 60 college quarter units. Associate's degree preferred. - Pass basic academic competency test. - 1 year of experience working with and developing caring relationships with students in a school setting, including students with disabilities. - Experience in observing and documenting student behavioral data. - Experience in implementing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) behavior intervention techniques. - Dedication to our mission. A steadfast commitment to ensuring our students have the tools they need to attend a college preparatory high school and beyond. - Determination. A willingness to make things happen and a sense of urgency around closing the achievement gap. - Strong communication. The ability to communicate in a direct and sensitive fashion with students, parents, and colleagues. - Team player. A desire to work in a team-oriented environment and collaborate with colleagues. - Growth mindset. An ability to receive frequent feedback with humility and a strong desire to grow and develop as an educator. - Reflective attitude. An ability to constantly reflect on student data as well as personal areas of strength and growth. - Flexibility. Willingness to work in an ever-changing field and face challenges with a positive attitude. - Professional integrity. A personal alignment with the values and ethical standards of YPICS.

$21.22- $27.42