Paraeducator BI Level - Alternative Program

Maple-Run-Unified-School-District; St. Albans (VT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Maple Run Unified School District Bellows Free Academy Saint Albans in St. Albans, Vermont seeks a Paraeducator BI Level for its Alternative Program.

The role emphasizes collaboration with staff, applying intervention strategies, and supporting students with special needs in inclusive classrooms. The candidate must have a high school diploma, hold or obtain Handle With Care certification, and be dedicated to creating an environment where students feel they belong and are accountable.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Handle With Care (HWC) certification or ability to obtain upon hire.
• Preferred 1+ year(s) experience with special needs students.

Responsibilities

• Support differentiated classroom settings using research-based intervention strategies.
• Assist in behavior management and create a supportive learning environment.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to meet students' needs and Belonging objectives.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Collaboration

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Maple Run Unified School District BFA Bellows Free Academy St. Albans - St. Albans, Vermont Open in Google Maps

Paraeducator BI Level - Alternative Program

Maple Run Unified School District BFA Bellows Free Academy St. Albans - St. Albans, Vermont Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5888035

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 16, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

*Pay scale is based on education and experience.*

Bellows Free Academy (BFA) Saint Albans is looking to fill a Behavior Interventionist in their Alternative Program. Qualified candidates must be collaborative team members and have a passion for children. Individuals will work with research-based intervention strategies and support differentiated classroom settings to meet the needs of our students. Behavior management skills is a plus. Ability to support students in feeling as if they belong and are held accountable.

Qualification Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must demonstrate a high degree of interpersonal and communication skills, an acute attention to detail, and demonstrated flexibility and adaptability.

Education and/or Experience: H.S. Graduate or equivalent, column placement based on Educational Support Professionals Master Agreement. Behavior Interventionist must have current Handle With Care (HWC) certification or the ability to obtain HWC certification upon being hired. Preferred knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis and trauma-informed care and one or more years of successful experience with special needs students.

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $20 to $25 Per Hour

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Associate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Sara Kattam , Assistant Principal
• 71 So. Main Street
• St. Albans, Vermont 05478
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]