Behavior Paraprofessional

Vallivue School District; Caldwell (ID); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/vision/dental insurance

Life insurance $30,000

Employee assistance program

Unlimited sick leave

Leave benefits

Credit reimbursement up to $300

Job summary

Vallivue School District seeks an education aide to assist teachers and the Special Education team in Caldwell, Idaho. You will support IEP goals through individualized and small-group instruction, reinforce curriculum, and help manage classroom activities.

Responsibilities include maintaining records, supporting students with diverse needs, and ensuring a safe, engaging learning environment while collaborating with staff and families to promote student growth.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or two years of college coursework related to education.
• Experience as an aide or teaching role preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and push/pull up to 100 pounds.
• Knowledge of child growth and needs of students with disabilities.
• Ability to work with students with emotional, physical, and mental disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist classroom teachers and/or special education teachers with IEP goals.
• Provide individual or small-group instruction as directed by certified staff.
• Maintain accurate student records and confidentiality.
• Supervise students during drills, activities, and field trips.
• Support language development and instructional materials use.
• Collaborate with staff to reinforce learning and behavior expectations.

Education

Associate's Degree in Education or related field

Two years of college coursework

Experience in teaching or aide roles

Strong communication and organizational skills

Tools

Word processing

Databases

Spreadsheets

Reports

Job description

Qualifications

• At least two years of college level coursework or an Associate's Degree in education or related field
• Previous Aide Or Teaching Experience Preferred
• Ability to lift up to forty pounds and push and pull up to one hundred pounds
• Knowledge of child growth and the diverse needs of children with disabilities
• Knowledge of appropriate special education classroom practices
• The ability to work with students with emotional, physical, and mental disabilities
• Ability to instruct students one-on-one and small group situations, at the direction of the Special Education Teacher
• Strong background in teaching methods and developmentally appropriate classroom activities
• Demonstrated knowledge of subject matter and effective teaching methods
• Knowledgeable about word processing, data bases, spread sheets, and reports
• Ability to maintain a learning environment
• Works well with students, staff, and the public
• Excellent Organizational Skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Able to work under pressure and deadlines
• Maintain confidentiality of staff and students

Primary Responsibility To

Special Education Teacher and/or Classroom Teacher and Director of Special Services

Job Summary

Assists the classroom teacher and/or special education teacher in achieving the goals and objectives as stated on each child's current Individual Education Plan (IEP) through individual, small group, or whole group instruction.

Major Duties And Responsibilities

Working with behavioral Students

• Maintain high academic standards and expectations
• Provide tutorial help to students following lessons prescribed by the teacher and reinforce material and skills using a variety of methods as directed by certified staff
• Provide immediate feedback on student performance
• Respond to students' questions and requests for assistance
• Observe students' work and study habits
• Observe and record students' time on task when needed
• Assist students in locating prescribed instructional materials and starting their assignments
• Work with individual students or small groups of students to reinforce learning of material and skills introduced by the teacher
• Help students master equipment or instructional materials assigned by teacher
• Provide individualized instruction activities using materials and sequences selected by the special education teacher and other related services personnel
• Identify pupil needs and provide instruction appropriate to those needs
• Follow modifications and accommodations as specified in IEPs
• Assist with such large group activities as drill and practice, reading aloud, and storytelling, and participate in other forms of oral communication with students
• Guide independent study, enrichment work, and remedial work assigned by the teacher
• Assist students in the library or media center
• Assist with the supervision of students during emergency drills, assemblies, play periods, and field trips
• Encourage students to strive to meet their highest potential
• Communicate classroom rules, and encourage students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior

Other Classroom Assistance

• Assist the teacher in devising special strategies for reinforcing material or skills based on an understanding of individual students, their needs, interests, and abilities
• Alert the supervising teacher to any problem or special information about an individual student
• Serve as the chief source of information and help to any substitute teacher assigned in the absence of the regular teacher
• Keep the supervising teacher informed of activities and any issues that may arise
• Engage children in conversation to encourage language development
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities

Other

• Keep accurate records and maintain individual records for each student
• Become familiar with basic special education knowledge as covered by the Individuals with Disabilities in Education Act with an emphasis on due process procedures and confidentiality of information and records
• Complete clerical duties as assigned by the supervising teacher
• Attend Faculty Meetings As Required
• Keep immediate supervisor informed of activities and problems
• Assume responsibility for his or her continuing professional growth and development through such efforts as reading professional journals and other publications
• Seek assistance should emergencies arise
• Represent the school district in a positive manner

Benefits

Perform other duties as assigned

District benefit package for full time employees working 20+ hours per week:

• Medical/vision/dental insurance
• $30,000 life insurance with option to purchase additional coverage
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Unlimited accumulation of sick leave
• Personal, bereavement, professional leave, vacation (if applicable)
• Credit reimbursement of up to $300 per year

EVALUATION

Performance of this position will be evaluated annually by the classroom teacher and/or special education teacher and/or the Principal/Assistant Principal in conformance with any applicable federal and state law, administrative rules, and Board policy.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

This position shall be considered in all respects "employment at will". The "employment period" and other descriptions and terms set forth in this job description shall not create a property right for the employee. These are set forth only to advise the employee of when and what type of services will be required by the district so long as the employment continues.

NOTE

All certificated and non-certificated employees and other individuals are required to undergo a criminal history check and submit to fingerprinting. Any applicant convicted of any of the felony crimes enumerated in Section 33-1208, Idaho Code may not be hired, and any applicant convicted of any felony offense listed in Section 33-1208(2), Idaho Code shall not be hired.

Legal Reference: I.C.

• 33-512 Governance of Schools I.C.
• 33-1210 Information on Past Job Performance