K-12 Behavior Support Aide — Growth & Impact

Specialized-Education-Services,-Inc.-3; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 1,733,000 - 2,468,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with employer match

Paid training

Tuition reimbursement

Credentialing support

Job summary

Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI) seeks a paraprofessional/behavior aide to support students with intensive behavioral needs within in-district classrooms or standalone schools across the SESI network.

You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to implement individualized behavior support plans, track progress, and communicate with families. This role emphasizes safety, inclusivity, and helping students develop essential life skills in a supportive setting.

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.

Skills

Behavioral interventions

Crisis management

Parent communication

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI) seeks a paraprofessional/behavior aide to support students with intensive behavioral needs within in-district classrooms or standalone schools across the SESI network.

You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to implement individualized behavior support plans, track progress, and communicate with families. This role emphasizes safety, inclusivity, and helping students develop essential life skills in a supportive setting.