Learning Support Assistant (LSA)

The Learning Support Assistant (LSA) supports students with additional learning, developmental,

behavioral,or emotional needs in home and community settings. The LSA works closely with family and Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to help students participate meaningfully in home and

community, and develop independence in line with their Individual Education Plan (IEP) or support goals.

Responsibilities

• Providing support to students with daily living skills, communication, independence.

• Supporting the delivery of personalized learning plans for individual students.

• Managing student behavior and maintaining a safe and positive learning environment.

• Monitoring and recording student progress, behavior and participation.

• Planning and preparing materials for home and community activities.

• Helping students develop independent learning skills and managing daily living tasks.

• Working closely with other professionals such as therapists and coordinators.

• Providing feedback to supervisor and parents about a learner's progress or any issues encountered.

• Assisting with organising learner's scheduling and transportation for home, community, and leisure

activities.

• Completes inhouse Behavior Skills Training Program within 90 days of hire.

• Implement interventions designed in support plan achiving students individual goals.

• Attend and participate in staff or team meetings as requested by supervisors.

• Ensure confidentiality of all client information.

• Must have 5% supervision by BCBA monthly in accordance with compliance requirements

Qualifications

• Bilingual Thai/English

• Bachelor's degree in education, psychology, special education or a related field.

• Classroom/Therapeutic experience is preferred but not required

• Strong oral communication and writing skills are necessary.

• Ability to work independently and to take the lead in difficult situations.

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask are crucial to the success of this position.

• A general understanding of Neurodiversity or willingness to learn