Behavior Support Paraprofessional - Immediate Start

Sand Springs Public Schools; Sand Springs (OK); On-site; USD 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10% stipend on base pay

Job summary

Sand Springs Public Schools’ Northwoods Fine Arts Academy in Sand Springs, Oklahoma is seeking a Paraprofessional for Behavioral Support. Immediate start; 180 days/7 hours daily; Exempt status with annual evaluation.

The role supports students with challenging behaviors, assists with instruction, and implements behavior plans under teacher guidance. A state paraprofessional registry, diploma and CPR/First Aid readiness are required.

Qualifications

• State Department of Education Paraprofessional Registry Training
• High School Diploma or GED
• Maintain current training and skills in CPR and First Aid
• Complete universal precautions training
• Complete an additional 6 hours of personnel development each school year
• Additional Requirements for Tier I and Tier II Paraprofessionals (dual background check, SDE Certificate)

Responsibilities

• Assist with instruction and activities for individuals or groups as assigned by the teacher.
• Supervise students in instructional settings, off-campus activities, and non-instructional activities.
• Prepare, create, and / or adapt instructional material as directed by the teacher or coordinator.
• Carry out a behavior intervention plan created for specific students with fidelity.
• Assist students with assignments.
• Assist with behavior management strategies and respond appropriately to students who escape when necessary.
• Assist with tracking behaviors and reporting behavior escalations.
• Participate in IEP meetings as appropriate.
• May assist students with personal care needs, first aid, and getting on and off the school bus.
• Assist the teacher with compiling students' work to send home.
• Performs extra duties to supervise students before, during lunch, after school, in detention, or at any other time as deemed necessary by the administrator or teacher.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Paraprofessional Registry Training

CPR and First Aid

Universal precautions training

6 hours personnel development per year

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Sand Springs Public Schools’ Northwoods Fine Arts Academy in Sand Springs, Oklahoma is seeking a Paraprofessional for Behavioral Support. Immediate start; 180 days/7 hours daily; Exempt status with annual evaluation.

The role supports students with challenging behaviors, assists with instruction, and implements behavior plans under teacher guidance. A state paraprofessional registry, diploma and CPR/First Aid readiness are required.