District Behavior Paraprofessionals

Dayton Independent School District; Dayton (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Dayton Independent School District is seeking a District Behavior Paraprofessional to support teachers and staff in managing students with behavioral challenges. The role focuses on implementing behavior plans, de-escalation, data tracking, and parent communication within the Special Education department.

The paraprofessional will collaborate with administrators and teachers to deliver training, support classroom management, and assist with individual and group interventions, including home

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience with students with behavioral challenges preferred.
• Training in behavior management techniques and crisis intervention preferred.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with students, teachers, and parents.
• Knowledge of behavior and social skill intervention techniques and methodology.
• Ability to develop and deliver training to adult learners.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with administrators and teachers to design and develop research based behavioral intervention plans (BIP).
• Monitor the effectiveness of behavior intervention plans and recommend changes as needed.
• Monitor and record student behavior data as directed.
• Use approved de-escalation techniques and interventions during behavioral incidents.
• Assist teachers with lesson planning, lesson modeling, classroom management, and behavior management.
• Develop and maintain effective behavioral management and intervention techniques with individuals or groups of students.

Skills

Behavior management

Crisis intervention

Communication skills

Adult training delivery

Collaboration with teachers/parents

Student behavior data recording

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Experience with behavioral challenges preferred

Job description

Job Title: District Behavior Paraprofessional

Reports to: Director of Special Education

Dept. /Campus: Special Education

Wage/Hour Status: Nonexempt

Pay Grade: Clerical PG 3

Date: July 2025

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Provide support and training for teachers, staff, and parents to address and manage students with challenging behaviors.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification

High School Diploma or GED required

Experience working with students with behavioral challenges preferred

Training in behavior management techniques and crisis intervention preferred

Special Knowledge/Skills

Ability to work effectively with students exhibiting significant behavioral challenges

Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with students, teachers,

and parents

Knowledge of behavior and social skill intervention techniques and methodology

Ability to work with students with pervasive developmental disabilities

Ability to develop and deliver training to adult learners

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience

Experience working with students including implementing behavior management strategies.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional and Program Management

1. Collaborate with administrators and teachers to design and develop research based behavioral intervention plans (BIP), provide support to instructional staff in implementing BIPs, and classroom management strategies.
2. Monitor the effectiveness of behavior intervention plans and recommend changes as needed.
3. Monitor and record student behavior data as directed.
4. Use approved de-escalation techniques and interventions during behavioral incidents
5. Assist teachers with lesson planning, lesson modeling, classroom management, and behavior management.
6. Develop and maintain effective behavioral management and intervention techniques with individual and/or groups of students and provide assistance in meeting educations, occupational, and personal needs.
7. Conference with parents, administrators, and teachers concerning school and student issues.
8. Conduct home visits as needed.

Training and Staff Development

1. Identify staff development needs, develop and present training, and coach campus personnel to continually develop and enhance behavioral assessment and intervention skills.
2. Provide behavior management training for parents as needed.

Professional Growth and Development

1. Pursue continuous improvement and growth in knowledge of behavior intervention strategies, methodologies, and analysis.

Other

1. Consult with district and outside resources regarding education, social, medical, and personal needs of students.
2. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
3. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
4. Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, statistical data, and other documents required.
5. Keep informed of and comply with federal, state, district, and school regulations and policies for special education.
6. Perform other duties as assigned by the campus principal, assistant superintendent, and the Superintendent of Schools.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals, and other instructional equipment

Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Frequent walking

Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may require occasional heavy lifting (45 pounds or more) and positioning of students with physical disabilities, control behavior through physical restraint, assist non-ambulatory students, and lift and move adaptive and other classroom equipment

Environment: Work inside; may work outside; regular exposure to noise; exposure to biological hazards

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; may work prolonged or irregular hours