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Abound Services, LLC

Community Companion for Special Needs 17 yr old with ASD, Cerebral Palsy, Deaf/Hard of Hearing

Pay: $78,000/yr
Posted: 07/16/2026
Location: Castro Valley, CA (Onsite)
Last Updated: 2 weeks ago
Hours: Part-Time
Expires: 9/26/2026

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What they do

A Special Education Teacher teaches students who have disabilities, and adapts teaching methods to meet the needs of students. Assesses students and helps to develop individualized education plans that specify the services and accommodations needed for each student. Works in a classroom that includes only students with IEPs, or works with students and teachers in regular classes. For students with severe disabilities, may focus on developing skills for independent living. Works as part of a team that includes therapists, school counselors or social workers.

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Job Description

Position Title:
Community Companion for Special Needs 17 yr old teen boy with ASD, Cerebral Palsy, Deaf/Hard of Hearing.
Ideal Candidate Experience:
ASD & Behavioral experience & certification or higher, or willing to obtain if opportunity presents itself training will be provided, compassion, basic proficiency with ASL (American Sign Language)
Job Summary:
This is a W2 income position using a payroll company that requires live scan & onboarding paperwork. Processing time is 3-4 weeks for background clearance.
Pay:
$35.00-$40.00 per hour
DOE Location:
Castro Valley, CA 94546
START DATE:
ASAP Estimated Hours/School Year Schedule:
Tues-Fri 3/3:30pm until 8/8:30pm 
Responsibilities:
Seeking A Community Companion/Special Needs Caregiver In Castro Valley. Someone who can assist a sweet & funny 17-year-old teen who can assist with daily living tasks & motivate take out into the community, teach/assist in recreational activities. Experience in special needs care with teens/youths, and basic proficiency with ASL & Behavioral training a must. Must be able to lift 30-50lbs and own a car valid driver's license (mileage reimbursed at federal rate). Car needs to be able to fit a collapsable wheelchair for outings. Please provide 2 references
Pay:
$35.00 - $40.00 per hour Expected hours: 20.0 per week
Benefits:
Mileage reimbursement
Work Location:
In person