Behavior Support Specialist – School-Based

Veazie Street Elem. School; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Providence Public Schools seeks a Behavior Support Assistant to support students with complex needs in structured settings. The role involves implementing individualized plans, reinforcing positive behaviors, and assisting with crisis intervention to maintain a safe learning environment.

The candidate should have an Associate’s degree or 48 college credits, supply CPI-related skills, and complete RIDE certification requirements. Buses and after-hours duties may apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelors/associates degree or credits required for paraprofessional roles.
• Completion of ParaPro test with a passing score.
• RIDE Teacher Assistant Training Program Certificate or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Assist with data collection for individual student programs.
• Implement behavior systems and individualized programs.
• Intervene and document behavior during crisis situations and use de-escalation techniques.
• Provide support during specials, lunch, and transitions.
• Participate in training and support other paraprofessionals in behavior management.

Skills

Crisis intervention

De-escalation

Data collection

Collaboration

Education

Associate’s degree

48 college credits

ParaPro test 461

Tools

Teacher Assistant Training Program Certificate

Job description

Providence Public Schools seeks a Behavior Support Assistant to support students with complex needs in structured settings. The role involves implementing individualized plans, reinforcing positive behaviors, and assisting with crisis intervention to maintain a safe learning environment.

The candidate should have an Associate’s degree or 48 college credits, supply CPI-related skills, and complete RIDE certification requirements. Buses and after-hours duties may apply.