Behavioral Support Aide — Empower K-12 Learners

Specialized Education Services, Inc.; Hoffman Estates (IL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with employer match

Credentialing support

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI) seeks a paraprofessional/behavior aide to support K-12 students with intensive behavioral needs.

The role involves one-to-one work under IEP goals, collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, and implementing behavior plans to promote positive student outcomes. Pay starts at $15.40/hour with year-round holidays; a 6–8 week break is included, making the effective rate higher during working hours.

Qualifications

• High school diploma.
• Experience working in an educational setting implementing behavioral interventions for students with intensive behavioral needs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work one on one with an assigned student to meet goals set forth in their IEP, providing accommodations and modifications as necessary.
• Assist in the 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.
• Implement de-escalation techniques, crisis management, and physical restraint if necessary to maintain the safety of students and staff.
• Foster a positive and inclusive environment that encourages the development of appropriate social and behavioral skills.
• Supervise students and ensure they are always monitored, including to and from appropriate school locations.
• Work in collaboration with interdisciplinary team members to ensure consistent implementation of behavior support plans.
• Provide personal care support dependent on the student’s needs.
• Communicate effectively with parents.

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI) seeks a paraprofessional/behavior aide to support K-12 students with intensive behavioral needs.

The role involves one-to-one work under IEP goals, collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, and implementing behavior plans to promote positive student outcomes. Pay starts at $15.40/hour with year-round holidays; a 6–8 week break is included, making the effective rate higher during working hours.