Paraprofessional: Autism & BEH Classroom Support

Summerfield Elementary School; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Summerfield Elementary School in Shreveport, Louisiana is seeking a Paraprofessional-Behavior/Autism Classroom and/or Additional Support to assist in an elementary setting. The role supports teachers with behavioral plans and data collection for students with disabilities.

The position requires meeting state paraprofessional requirements and may involve work in inclusive, resource, and self-contained classrooms. Term: 170 days, full-time, with a salary range listed in district documents.

Qualifications

• Must have earned a high school diploma or its equivalent and must meet one of the additional requirements below.
• Pass the teacher/paraprofessional assessment test with a score of 450 or higher
• Associate degree or higher (official transcripts are required)
• 48 hours of college with six hours of Math and nine hours of English (official transcripts are required)
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

Responsibilities

• Implements strategies that reinforce positive student behavior. Works closely with the classroom teacher to implement positive behavior supports and monitor student safety.
• Implements strategies provided by the Behavior Intervention Plan and/or Crisis Plan while keeping all students safe and secure.
• Collects data and maintains a behavior log as determined by the Behavior Intervention Plan.
• Provides intensive behavior intervention using Handle with Care training for designated students with exceptional needs in various settings.
• Interacts with students appropriately and respectfully during behavioral incidents, including potential aggressive behaviors.
• Implements the instructional plan with the classroom teacher and adjusts it based on student needs.
• Maintains confidentiality of student information as it relates to FERPA.
• Performs other related duties as required to support students with disabilities and staff.

Education

Pass the teacher/paraprofessional assessment test with a score of 450 or higher

Associate degree or higher

48 hours of college with six hours of Math and nine hours of English

Job description

Summerfield Elementary School in Shreveport, Louisiana is seeking a Paraprofessional-Behavior/Autism Classroom and/or Additional Support to assist in an elementary setting. The role supports teachers with behavioral plans and data collection for students with disabilities.

The position requires meeting state paraprofessional requirements and may involve work in inclusive, resource, and self-contained classrooms. Term: 170 days, full-time, with a salary range listed in district documents.