Behavior Aide — Empower Students & Growth in K-12

FullBloom; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with employer match

Employee assistance program

Mental health support

Fertility and family building

Job summary

SESI, a division of FullBloom, provides education services for K-12 students needing additional supports. The paraprofessional/behavior aide role supports students with intensive behavioral needs in in-district classrooms and standalone schools, following PBIS CASE frameworks.

The position emphasizes one-on-one support, IEP-goal tracking, data collection, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, inclusive learning environments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma.
• Experience in educational settings implementing behavioral interventions for students with intensive behavioral needs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work in a setting with diverse students from varying developmental, cultural, ethnic, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Work one on one with an assigned student to meet goals set forth in their IEP, providing accommodations and modifications as necessary.
• Assist in the development and modification of behavior support plans.
• Implement behavior support plans; record and track data on behaviors, progress toward goals, and incidents.
• Utilize behavior support and intervention strategies.
• Implement de-escalation techniques, crisis management, and physical restraint if necessary to maintain the safety of students and staff.
• Foster a positive and inclusive environment that encourages the development of appropriate social and behavioral skills.
• Supervise students and ensure they are always monitored, including to and from appropriate school locations.
• Work in collaboration with interdisciplinary team members to ensure consistent implementation of behavior support plans.
• Provide personal care support dependent on the student’s needs.
• Communicate effectively with parents.

Skills

Behavioral interventions

IEP goals collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Job description

SESI, a division of FullBloom, provides education services for K-12 students needing additional supports. The paraprofessional/behavior aide role supports students with intensive behavioral needs in in-district classrooms and standalone schools, following PBIS CASE frameworks.

The position emphasizes one-on-one support, IEP-goal tracking, data collection, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, inclusive learning environments.