Behavior Support Specialist - K-12 Education

FullBloom; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with employer match

Employee assistance program

Mental health support

Fertility and family building

Job summary

FullBloom's SESI division seeks a dedicated behavior aide to support K-12 students with special needs in in-district classrooms and standalone programs. You will work with small groups, implement behavior support strategies, and assist teachers with assessments and daily plans.

Qualified candidates have a high school diploma and are comfortable with de-escalation, crisis response, and monitoring student progress. The role offers hourly pay and comprehensive benefits within a nationwide network.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Experience working with students with special needs in an educational setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work with a diverse group of students from varying developmental, cultural, ethnic, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Lead small group instruction as you implement the SESI academic rotational model.
• Partner with the teacher in providing customized behavior and academic support and conducting formal and informal assessments.
• Reinforce students’ learning of teacher-introduced materials and skills by assigning relevant tasks, using data to determine appropriate materials, and completing one-on-one tutorials.
• Assist the teacher with large group activities, grading work, guiding independent study or enrichment activities, and providing accommodations and modifications as necessary.
• 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.
• Support the creation and implementation of daily plans.
• Support, document, and track student growth and progress toward academic, social, and emotional goals.
• Supervise students and ensure they are always monitored, including to and from appropriate school locations.
• Work in collaboration with other teachers, assistant teachers, and related service providers to address students’ needs.

Skills

Experience with students with special/

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

FullBloom's SESI division seeks a dedicated behavior aide to support K-12 students with special needs in in-district classrooms and standalone programs. You will work with small groups, implement behavior support strategies, and assist teachers with assessments and daily plans.

Qualified candidates have a high school diploma and are comfortable with de-escalation, crisis response, and monitoring student progress. The role offers hourly pay and comprehensive benefits within a nationwide network.