Elementary Behavior Support Specialist (Paraprofessional)

Marcella LeBeau Elementary; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Marcella LeBeau Elementary in Sioux Falls, SD, seeks a Behavior Facilitator 0.875 FTE to support students with behavior needs and assist staff in managing classroom behavior. The role emphasizes data-driven progress, collaboration with teachers, and family communication.

The position requires two years of post-high school education and at least one year of interpersonal experience related to behavior support, with a schedule of Monday–Friday during the school year.

Qualifications

• Two years post-high school education completed.
• At least one year of work experience requiring interpersonal interaction skills and programming for students with behavior disorders.
• Regular, reliable attendance and ability to use a computer for word processing and data entry.
• Experience with behavior management and ability to work in a stressful environment.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with staff to create positive learning environments.
• Support students by implementing strategies and individualized plans.
• Document student progress on behavior and achievement goals.
• Observe and collect documentation for referral and reintegration procedures.
• Provide progress reports to teachers and parents.
• Assist with implementing behavior programs under guidance of specialists.
• Supervise students as needed.
• Establish home-school communication about behaviors.
• Participate in professional development.
• Assist with implementing behavior intervention plans.
• Facilitate progress toward social, emotional, behavioral goals.
• Assist with shaping behaviors through reinforcement.
• Model strategies for staff training.
• Support transitions.
• Possible reassignment to building level facilitator.

Skills

Interpersonal interaction skills

Behavior management knowledge

Computer use for word processing

Data entry

Confidential information handling

Education

Two years post-high school education

Tools

Word processing software

Data entry

Job description

Marcella LeBeau Elementary in Sioux Falls, SD, seeks a Behavior Facilitator 0.875 FTE to support students with behavior needs and assist staff in managing classroom behavior. The role emphasizes data-driven progress, collaboration with teachers, and family communication.

The position requires two years of post-high school education and at least one year of interpersonal experience related to behavior support, with a schedule of Monday–Friday during the school year.