Behavior Learning Paraprofessional

Young World Physical Education; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 27,552,000; Full time

Job summary

Dickinson Independent School District seeks a Special Education Behavior Paraprofessional at Ruth E. Laird Elementary to support students with emotional and behavioral disabilities and assist with crisis prevention. The role reports to the campus principal and Executive Director of Special Programs.

Under supervision you will implement CPI, assist with classroom activities, and support self-care and behavior management throughout the school day, including lift/mobility assistance when needed.

Qualifications

• Ability to work with students who have emotional and behavioral disabilities while maintaining a calm demeanor.
• Ability to communicate effectively and record descriptive behavioral data.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Willingness to participate in crisis intervention training.
• Ability to manage mental demands and stress of the role.
• Proficiency with Hoyer lift and related equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with behavior management of students, intervene in crises, and record data.
• Support individual students or small groups to develop pro-social behaviors and conduct instructional exercises.
• Adapt to student needs with alternative communication methods as required.
• Assist students with physical needs including transferring, lifting, or positioning (Minimum 50 lbs).
• Support with self-care tasks such as feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene.
• Supervise students throughout the day in various school settings and communicate needs to teachers.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

30 college hours

Rigorous standard demonstrated by state/local assessment

Texas educational aide certificate

CPI training

Job description

Behavior Learning Paraprofessional

Dickinson Independent School District Ruth E. Laird Elementary - Texas, Texas.

This job is also posted in Dickinson Independent School District.

Job Details

Job ID: 5843423

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 21, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 10, 2026

Job Description

Position: Special Education Behavior Paraprofessional

Campus: Laird Elementary School

Wage/Hour Status: Nonexempt

Immediate Supervisor(s): Campus Principal and Executive Director of Special Programs

Pay Grade: Per Compensation Manual

Days Employed: Per Compensation Manual

POSITION SUMMARY :

• Provide direct student assistance for physical and instructional needs in a special/general education setting
• Implement the CPI framework for crisis prevention, verbal de-escalation and physical restraints
• Assist as directed with classroom programs, self-help/self-care, behavior management, and instruction programs. Work under the general supervision of the director, principal, and immediate direction of a certified teacher.

QUALIFICATIONS :

Education/Certification:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Must have completed at least 30 college hours; OR
• Met a rigorous standard of quality, demonstrated through a formal State or local academic assessment
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate
• Current CPI training

Special Required Knowledge/Skills to meet Essential Functions:

• Ability to work with childrenwho have emotional and behavioral disabilities while maintaining a calm demeanor
• Ability to communicate effectively, including maintaining descriptive behavioral data
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Must be willing to participate in and successfully complete/maintain crisis intervention training
• Must be able to effectively manage the mental demands and stress associated with the responsibilities and duties listed below
• Must be willing to participate in and successfully complete TBSI Training
• Physical ability to lift/maneuver students with significantly impaired independent mobility or who are engaged in behavior that is endangering self/others
• Knowledge of general office equipment and MS Office and Google Drive systems

Experience:

• Recent experience working with students with emotional, and behavioral disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, intellectual/developmental disabilities, or physical disabilities

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES :

Student Management:

• Assist with the behavior management of students. This includes intervening in crisis situations, restraining dangerous students as needed, and recording data.
• Work with individual students or small groups to develop pro-social, school-appropriate behavioral skills and conduct instructional exercises supervised by the classroom teacher, including modifying work appropriately
• Assume responsibility for learning and adapting to each student’s special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs, including alternative forms of communication such as pictures, signs, gestures, and special equipment
• Assist students with physical disabilities according to their needs, including transferring to and from wheelchairs, lifting, or positioning (Minimum of 50 lbs.)
• Assist students with physical needs and personal care, including feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene
• Work with individual students or small groups to develop motor skills and conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher, including modifying work appropriately
• Help supervise students through the school day, inside and outside the classroom. This may include student supervision on the bus and other school settings (lunchroom, playground, gym, etc)
• Keep the teacher informed of the special needs of individual students
• Support and participate in extracurricular activities, as needed

Instructional Support:

• Assist the teacher and follow teacher instructions in the preparation of instructional materials
• Assist with restoring the classroom setting as needed following classroom disruption incidents
• Assist with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers regarding the special needs of the assigned student (s)

Other:

• Maintain FERPA and HIPAA confidentiality
• Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned
• Perform other duties as assigned

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS PER PROGRAM :

Individual Student Paraprofessional Requirements:

• Maintain structure and a schedule for students
• Assist students with behavioral, physical, or academic tasks
• Lifting and restroom assistance (may include assistance with feminine hygiene)
• Demonstrate a willingness to be coached on specific interventions for managing the student's academics, behavior, and daily activities
• Demonstrate an understanding of how to set up academic and technology supports that are individualized for the students
• Maintain a professional rapport with the student's teachers, campus administration, and director by asking relevant questions about support or assistance
• Demonstrate proficiency in operating a Hoyer lift and related equipment
• Physically transport the student from one location to the next

EQUIPMENT USED :

• A wheelchair lift, ramp, personal computer, copier, and audiovisual equipment.

WORKING CONDITIONS :

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

• Variable work environments and daily schedule
• Maintain emotional control under stress
• Frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing, and pulling; regular heavy lifting of students. The strength required to operate the Hoyer lift and related equipment.
• Frequent long-distance walks are required for transitioning students between classrooms
• Must be able to physically restrain a child, as well as use hand-over-hand techniques
• Biological exposure to bacteria and communicable disease

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Special Education > Behavior Specialist / EBD

Special Education > Emotionally Disabled

Job Requirements

• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Jennifer Heard , Principal
• Ruth E. Laird Elementary
• Email: [e-mail]