Behavior Support Technician

Owasso Public Schools; Owasso (OK); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Owasso Public Schools seeks a Behavior Support Technician to provide behavior supports to students under the direction of the site principal. The role includes 1:1 and group interventions, collaboration with teachers, and consistent implementation of behavior protocols.

The incumbent will assist with transitions, maintain confidentiality, and participate in required training while supporting classroom success within the Owasso Elementary Schools.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Additional college credits or para-professional testing options accepted.
• District-provided behavior training will be offered.

Responsibilities

• Under principal guidance, provide behavior supports to students in 1:1 and group settings.
• Collaborate with general education and special education staff to support interventions.
• Consistently implement behavioral interventions and communicate progress to staff.
• Assist with student transitions and classroom integration.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to district policies and deadlines.

Skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Independent worker

Team player

Confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or 48 college hours or ParaPRO/OGET/WorkKEY

Behavior Training provided by district

Job description

APPROVED DATE: 4/23/2024

SUMMARY

Provides support to site staff and gives assistance to students with individual social, academic, behavioral and other needs.

• Under the direction of the site principal, provide behavior supports and interventions to students in 1:1 and group settings.
• Work with general education students and students with varying disabilities (autism, ADHD, developmental disabilities, etc.) and their teachers to support behavior interventions/strategies in the classroom setting.
• Consistent implementation of environmental behavior interventions.
• Follows prescribed behavioral skill acquisition and behavior reduction protocols as instructed by the site principal.
• Effectively communicate with staff members and regarding student progress.
• Provides support for integration and success in the classroom setting.
• Accompanies and assists students with transition activities in the classroom and school setting.
• Utilizes safe and appropriate procedures when working with students.
• Follows the legal and ethical standards of confidentiality of information.
• Develops cooperative and functional relationships with district staff and the public; maintains consistent and punctual attendance; ensures job responsibilities are met competently and within established deadlines.
• Participates in professional development and other training programs, as required.
• All other duties as assigned by the administrator.

JOB TITLE: Behavior Support Technician

DEPARTMENT: Owasso Elementary Schools

REPORTS TO: Principal

FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt

CONTRACT STATUS: Full-time / 176 days

SALARY SCHEDULE: Paraprofessional II

APPROVED BY: Ashley Hearn

APPROVED DATE: 4/23/2024

SUMMARY

Provides support to site staff and gives assistance to students with individual social, academic, behavioral and other needs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Under the direction of the site principal, provide behavior supports and interventions to students in 1:1 and group settings.
• Work with general education students and students with varying disabilities (autism, ADHD, developmental disabilities, etc.) and their teachers to support behavior interventions/strategies in the classroom setting.
• Consistent implementation of environmental behavior interventions.
• Follows prescribed behavioral skill acquisition and behavior reduction protocols as instructed by the site principal.
• Effectively communicate with staff members and regarding student progress.
• Provides support for integration and success in the classroom setting.
• Accompanies and assists students with transition activities in the classroom and school setting.
• Utilizes safe and appropriate procedures when working with students.
• Follows the legal and ethical standards of confidentiality of information.
• Develops cooperative and functional relationships with district staff and the public; maintains consistent and punctual attendance; ensures job responsibilities are met competently and within established deadlines.
• Participates in professional development and other training programs, as required.
• All other duties as assigned by the administrator.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

QUALIFICATION

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Associate Degree or higher OR 48 hours of college credit OR passed the ParaPRo (paraprofessional test) OR passed the OGET (Oklahoma General Education Test) OR passed the WorkKey Test *District will work with individuals to meet this qualification.
• Behavior Training *Provided by the district.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

Basic knowledge of disabilities. Computer literate; excellent written and oral communication ability; strong knowledge of rules, regulations, policies and laws applicable to education and special education. Ability to follow all district policies and procedures. Ability to work independently, displaying initiative and enthusiasm for the tasks being done. Demonstrating strong communication skills, orally and in writing, with faculty, staff, team members, and administrators. Ability to work without supervision, and work as a team player. Ability to document records accurately. Ability to manage confidential information in a manner that respects students, families, and employees. Ability to listen effectively.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret English. Ability to effectively communicate with supervisor, school personnel, and co-workers.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to perform basic math functions such as addition and subtraction.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out written and oral instructions. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Will require lifting of students for proper positioning to prevent deformity and enhance comfort and stability, also transferring of students to toilet, floor wedge, bolster ball and other therapeutic equipment. While performing the duties of this job, you must be able to sit in classroom chairs at a desk for up to an hour at a time. Frequently walk the hallways the length of the school.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work environment can at times be very stressful but is usually calm. There can be many interruptions in routine due to student behavior or making accommodations. Must have their own transportation to sites.