K-12 Behavior Aide: IEP & PBIS Support

FullBloom; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

SESI, a division of FullBloom, seeks a paraprofessional/behavior aide to support K-12 students with intensive behavioral needs under IEP guidance. You will work one-on-one with students, assist in developing behavior plans, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver holistic guidance.

You will participate in data collection, de-escalation and crisis management as needed, while maintaining a positive, inclusive classroom environment and communicating with parents.

Qualifications

• High school diploma is required or preferred depending on role.
• Experience working in an educational setting implementing behavioral interventions for students with intensive behavioral needs is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work in a setting with diverse students from varying backgrounds.
• Work one on one with an assigned student to meet goals 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 safety.
• Foster a positive and inclusive environment that encourages development of 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

SESI, a division of FullBloom, seeks a paraprofessional/behavior aide to support K-12 students with intensive behavioral needs under IEP guidance. You will work one-on-one with students, assist in developing behavior plans, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver holistic guidance.

You will participate in data collection, de-escalation and crisis management as needed, while maintaining a positive, inclusive classroom environment and communicating with parents.