ASD Classroom Paraprofessional – Behavior Support

Oakland Schools; Hazel Park (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hazel Park School District is seeking a Level III Classroom Paraprofessional for Hazel Park Junior High School. The position is a regular school year, 5 days a week from 7:40 to 3:10, at Class 4 on the HPPA Salary Schedule.

The ideal candidate will have at least a high school diploma and be capable of following individualized Behavioral Plans under direction. Experience or training with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and CPI/restraint training is preferred.

Qualifications

• Shall have at least a high school diploma.
• Ability to follow an individualized Behavioral Plan, under the teacher/ psychologist direction.
• Ability to communicate with teachers, pupils, parents, and the public in a professional, friendly manner.
• Ability and willingness to deal with challenging behaviors under the direction of the teacher with poise and professionalism.
• Maintain confidentiality of work related information.
• Ability to work with a diverse group of students with ASD, implementing individualized behavioral plans.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the confidentiality of all students, staff, and administrative correspondence.
• Perform all assigned tasks in a prompt and professional manner.
• In the absence of immediate administration direction, act in the best interests of the students and the school district.
• Perform other duties and assignments as may be directed by the program administrator or other assigned professional staff members.

Skills

Experience with behavior plans

Communication with staff, pupils, and

Ability to handle challenging behavior

Confidentiality

ASD experience or training

Flexibility to handle varied tasks

Education

High school diploma

Job description

The Hazel Park School District is seeking a Level III Classroom Paraprofessional for Hazel Park Junior High School. The position is a regular school year, 5 days a week from 7:40 to 3:10, at Class 4 on the HPPA Salary Schedule.

The ideal candidate will have at least a high school diploma and be capable of following individualized Behavioral Plans under direction. Experience or training with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and CPI/restraint training is preferred.