Behavior Support Aide — Empower Students' Growth

Specialized-Education-Services,-Inc.-3; Marion (OH); On-site; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with employer match

Employee assistance program

Mental health support

Fertility & family building

Job summary

Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI) is seeking a paraprofessional/behavior aide to support students with intensive behavioral needs under IEP goals.

You will work one-on-one with students, implement behavior plans, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team in a school setting. This role emphasizes data collection, de-escalation techniques, and compassionate care to foster positive social and behavioral skills.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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) is seeking a paraprofessional/behavior aide to support students with intensive behavioral needs under IEP goals.

You will work one-on-one with students, implement behavior plans, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team in a school setting. This role emphasizes data collection, de-escalation techniques, and compassionate care to foster positive social and behavioral skills.