School Behavior Support Paraprofessional

Jefferson School District 251; Poland; On-site; PLN 104,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

A school district in Poland is looking for a School Behavior Support Paraprofessional to assist students with behavior interventions and support teachers. The ideal candidate should have a preferred Bachelor's degree and experience in teaching or student support. Responsibilities include maintaining academic standards, providing feedback on behaviors, and assisting with the implementation of school-wide rules. This position allows for professional growth and development in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Preferred Bachelor's degree for this position.
• Previous aide, teaching or student support experience preferred.
• Knowledge of child growth and development and appropriate behavior intervention practices.
• Works well with students, staff, and the public.
• Works well with students, staff, and the public.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Confidentiality of staff and students must be maintained.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high academic standards and behavior expectations.
• Provide feedback on behavior performance to students and staff.
• Assist students in utilizing calming techniques during behavior escalation.
• Keep accurate records and maintain individual records for students.
• Assist in referrals for behavior-related assistance.
• Work with individual students or small groups to reinforce behavior skills.
• Assist students in using calming techniques during escalating behavior.
• Communicate PBIS rules and protocols school-wide.

Skills

Excellent organizational skills

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Knowledge of child growth and development

Ability to work under pressure

Experience in teaching or student support

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Work under pressure

Confidentiality

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

School Behavior Support Paraprofessional JobID: 1605

JOB INFORMATION

• Date Posted: 5/15/2025
• Location: Various Locations in the District
• Date Available: 2025-2026 School Year
• Position Type: Support Staff (non-certified)/ Paraprofessional
• Closing Date: Open Until Filled

TITLE: SCHOOL BEHAVIOR SUPPORT PARAPROFESSIONAL

QUALIFICATIONS

• Preferred Bachelor's degree for this position.
• Previous aide, teaching or student support experience preferred.
• Knowledge of child growth and development and appropriate behavior intervention practices.
• Knowledgeable with word processing, databases, spreadsheets, and reports.
• Works well with students, staff, and the public.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Able to work under pressure and deadlines.
• Maintain confidentiality of staff and students.

REPORTS TO

Building Principal

JOB GOALS

To work under the direction of the Building Principal and district office administration in achieving the behavior goals and objectives of all students through individual, small group, or whole group interventions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Working with Students

• Maintain high academic standards and behavior expectations.
• Provide feedback on behavior performance to students, teacher, and the principal.
• Respond to teachers’ questions and requests for behavior assistance.
• Observe students’ work, behavior, and study habits.
• Help classroom teachers in making referrals for assistance with student behaviors.
• Work with individual students or small groups of students to reinforce learning of behavior skills.
• Assist students as needed to utilize calming techniques when they exhibit escalating behavior.
• Help communicate school wide rules and PBIS protocols to students and faculty.

Other

• Keep accurate records and maintain individual records for students with intervention plans.
• Complete clerical duties related to behavior as assigned.
• Attend PBIS and faculty meetings as required.
• Assume responsibility for continuing professional growth and development.
• Seek assistance should emergencies arise.
• Represent the school district in a positive manner.
• Know and follow school district policy and chain of command.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

This position shall be considered in all respects “employment at will”. The “employment period” and other descriptions and terms set forth in this job description shall not create a property right for the employee. These are set forth only to advise the employee of when and what type of services will be required by the district so long as the employment continues.

EVALUATION

Performance of this position will be evaluated by the building principal.