Behavior Aide — Supportive Paraprofessional in Special Ed

Specialized Education Services, Inc.; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI), a division of FullBloom, seeks a paraprofessional/behavior aide to support students with intensive behavioral needs.

You will implement behavior support plans, collect data on progress, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to help students meet IEP goals.

Starting pay is USD 20.00 per hour, with paid training, benefits, opportunities for growth within SESI's nationwide network, and mentorship in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma.
• Experience working in an educational setting 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

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI), a division of FullBloom, seeks a paraprofessional/behavior aide to support students with intensive behavioral needs.

You will implement behavior support plans, collect data on progress, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to help students meet IEP goals.

Starting pay is USD 20.00 per hour, with paid training, benefits, opportunities for growth within SESI's nationwide network, and mentorship in a supportive environment.