Behavior Resource Educator — Student Support

Minneapolis Public Schools; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 37,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

HSA & FSA

Retirement plan

Job summary

Minneapolis Public Schools’ Dowling Elementary seeks an Associate Educator (Behavior Resource) to support classroom instruction and student behavior. The role partners with teachers to implement educational programs and after-school/special education activities in a busy elementary setting.

The position involves supervising students, reporting progress, communicating with families, and providing administrative support as needed. Flexibility with hours may apply.

Qualifications

• Completion of 90 quarter or 60 semester college credits in Education, Child Development, Behavioral Sciences or educational area related to position assignment; OR
• Passing score of 460 (or higher) on the ParaPro Assessment AND a high school diploma/GED certificate (For more information on the ParaPro Assessment, AND
• Two (2) years of professional experience working with children; OR
• Equivalent combination of education, training and experience as determined by Human Resources.

Responsibilities

• Assists students with educational programs and special assignments; performs duties within scope of authority and training, and in compliance with MPS policies, and the Standards of Effective Instructional Support for Educational Assistants; duties will vary according to job assignment.
• Assists MPS teachers and staff to facilitate educational functions and other services to maintain a safe and productive learning environment; works with students to reinforce classroom learning and improve personal skills; assists teachers with managing classroom, materials and student behavior.
• Assists students in learning processes; reinforces positive behavior, provides individual instruction, encourages socialization and good communications.
• Monitors and supervises student activities; promotes respect, supports diversity, explains social norms and disciplinary consequences, de-escalates personal confrontations, and enforces District policies and rules of conduct.
• Assists students to achieve learning objectives with individual assistance and small group sessions.
• Monitors assigned students, and records data for academic and behavioral assessments; maintains files, and keeps records of student progress and activities; assures all required written reports are completed and submitted on a daily basis.
• Reports learning problems, behavioral issues, and other concerns to supervisor or Principal.
• Communicates with parents, students and staff to convey pertinent information while maintaining confidentiality of personal information.
• Provides general office and administrative support for assigned program.
• Provides customer service to parents and guardians, answers questions, and explains school rules.
• Demonstrates courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with students, clients, visitors, and MPS staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment
• Enthusiastically promotes the Superintendent’s goals and priorities in compliance with all policies and procedures.
• Maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, records and MPS information.
• At times may be required to work outside normal business hours and work extended hours to accomplish requirements of the position

Skills

Behavior management

Student support

Classroom assistance

Parent communication

Record keeping

Education

60 semester credits in Education/Child Development/Behavioral Sciences

ParaPro Assessment score 460+ and HS diploma

Two years’ experience working with children

Equivalent education/experience

Job description

Minneapolis Public Schools’ Dowling Elementary seeks an Associate Educator (Behavior Resource) to support classroom instruction and student behavior. The role partners with teachers to implement educational programs and after-school/special education activities in a busy elementary setting.

The position involves supervising students, reporting progress, communicating with families, and providing administrative support as needed. Flexibility with hours may apply.