Autism & Behavior Classroom Paraprofessional

Southwood High School; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Southwood High School in Shreveport, LA is seeking a Paraprofessional for Behavior/Autism Classroom and/or Additional Support. The role supports students with special needs including behavioral interventions and data tracking, under the Department of Exceptional Children.

The position is 170 days and starts immediately, with duties including assisting teachers, implementing behavior plans, and ensuring student safety in various settings.

Qualifications

• Must have earned a high school diploma or its equivalent and must meet one of the additional requirements below.
• Education and/or Experience requirements include passing a paraprofessional assessment with a score of 450 or higher, or an associate degree or higher, or completing 48 college hours with math/english credits.

Responsibilities

• Implements strategies that reinforce positive student behavior.
• Works closely with the classroom teacher to implement positive behavior supports.
• Collects data and maintains a behavior log as determined by the Behavior Intervention Plan.
• Provides intensive behavior intervention using Handle with Care as required.
• Maintains confidential student information as per FERPA.
• Assists in lifting and positioning students as needed.
• Performs other duties to support students with disabilities.

Skills

Behavior management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or higher

48 hours of college with six hours of Math and nine hours of English

Job description

Southwood High School in Shreveport, LA is seeking a Paraprofessional for Behavior/Autism Classroom and/or Additional Support. The role supports students with special needs including behavioral interventions and data tracking, under the Department of Exceptional Children.

The position is 170 days and starts immediately, with duties including assisting teachers, implementing behavior plans, and ensuring student safety in various settings.