Behavior Support Specialist — IEP & PBIS Impact

Specialized Education Services, Inc.; Elkton (MD); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI) is seeking a paraprofessional/behavior aide to support students with intensive behavioral needs in K-12 settings. You will work one-on-one with students to meet IEP goals and help implement behavior support plans.

Join a multidisciplinary team to deliver data-driven, individualized supports, focusing on de-escalation, safety, and collaboration with parents and staff across SESI’s network.

Qualifications

• High school diploma.
• Experience in educational setting implementing behavioral interventions for students with intensive behavioral needs preferred.
• Demonstrate de-escalation skills, sound judgment under pressure, and the ability to safely perform essential duties.

Responsibilities

• Work one on one with an assigned student to meet goals set forth in their IEP.
• Assist in 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.
• Provide personal care support dependent on the student’s needs.
• Communicate effectively with parents.
• Supervise students and ensure safety during transit to/from appropriate school locations.

Skills

De-escalation skills

Crisis management

Behavior support

Communication with parents

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI) is seeking a paraprofessional/behavior aide to support students with intensive behavioral needs in K-12 settings. You will work one-on-one with students to meet IEP goals and help implement behavior support plans.

Join a multidisciplinary team to deliver data-driven, individualized supports, focusing on de-escalation, safety, and collaboration with parents and staff across SESI’s network.