Paraprofessional Behavior Tech - Northwoods Fine Arts Academy

Sand Springs Public Schools; Sand Springs (OK); On-site; USD 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10% stipend on base pay

Job summary

Sand Springs Public Schools’ Northwoods Fine Arts Academy in Sand Springs, Oklahoma is seeking a Paraprofessional for Behavioral Support. Immediate start; 180 days/7 hours daily; Exempt status with annual evaluation.

The role supports students with challenging behaviors, assists with instruction, and implements behavior plans under teacher guidance. A state paraprofessional registry, diploma and CPR/First Aid readiness are required.

Qualifications

• State Department of Education Paraprofessional Registry Training
• High School Diploma or GED
• Maintain current training and skills in CPR and First Aid
• Complete universal precautions training
• Complete an additional 6 hours of personnel development each school year
• Additional Requirements for Tier I and Tier II Paraprofessionals (dual background check, SDE Certificate)

Responsibilities

• Assist with instruction and activities for individuals or groups as assigned by the teacher.
• Supervise students in instructional settings, off-campus activities, and non-instructional activities.
• Prepare, create, and / or adapt instructional material as directed by the teacher or coordinator.
• Carry out a behavior intervention plan created for specific students with fidelity.
• Assist students with assignments.
• Assist with behavior management strategies and respond appropriately to students who escape when necessary.
• Assist with tracking behaviors and reporting behavior escalations.
• Participate in IEP meetings as appropriate.
• May assist students with personal care needs, first aid, and getting on and off the school bus.
• Assist the teacher with compiling students' work to send home.
• Performs extra duties to supervise students before, during lunch, after school, in detention, or at any other time as deemed necessary by the administrator or teacher.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Paraprofessional Registry Training

CPR and First Aid

Universal precautions training

6 hours personnel development per year

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Paraprofessional Behavior Tech - Northwoods Fine Arts Academy

Sand Springs Public Schools Northwoods Fine Arts Academy - Sand Springs, Oklahoma Open in Google Maps

Job ID: 5937137

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 23, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Details

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Description

PrattBehavioral Tech (Paraprofessional) Job Description

2025-2026 School Year

Locations:Northwoods Fine Arts Academy

1691 East Old North Road

Sand Springs, OK 74063

Reports to:Site Principal,Laura Davis

TITLE : Paraprofessional for Behavioral Support

STATUS:Exempt

EVALUATION:Annually

CONTRACT:180 days/ 7 hours daily

SALARY: $15.18 hourly/ plus a 10% stipend based on base pay

QUALIFICATIONS

• State Department of Education Paraprofessional Registry Training
• High School Diploma or GED
• Maintain current training and skills in CPR and First Aid
• Complete universal precautions training
• Complete an additional 6 hours of personnel development each school year
• Additional Requirements for Tier I and Tier II Paraprofessionals (dual background check, SDE Certificate)

JOB GOAL : Proactively manage students with challenging behaviors to ensure they can participate in the general education curriculum. The ability to effectively and calmly de-escalate behavioral difficulties when presented with them is an essential function of this position.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Assist with instruction and activities for individuals or groups as assigned by the teacher.
• Supervise students in instructional settings, off-campus activities, and non-instructional activities.
• Prepare, create, and / or adapt instructional material as directed by the teacher or coordinator.
• Carry out a behavior intervention plan created for specific students with fidelity.
• Assist students with assignments.
• Assist with behavior management strategies and respond appropriately to students who escape when necessary.
• Assist with tracking behaviors and reporting behavior escalations.
• Participate in IEP meetings as appropriate.
• May assist students with personal care needs, first aid, and getting on and off the school bus.
• Assist the teacher with compiling students' work to send home.
• Performs extra duties to supervise students before, during lunch, after school, in detention, or at any other time as deemed necessary by the administrator or teacher.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

• Abide by state statutes, school board policies, and regulations.
• Attend meetings and perform duties as assigned by administrators or supervisors.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation.
• Serve on committees as assigned.

Physical Demands:This is an overview intended for compliance with the ADA – it is not an exhaustive list of the duties to be performed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of a specific position.
Regular Requirements:Stand for extended periods; walk; twist at the neck and trunk; bend and reach with hands and arms overhead, above the shoulder, and horizontally; repetitive use of fingers and handsto grasp and/or operate equipment and demonstrate lessons to students; lift/move up to 40 pounds
Occasional Requirements:Lift/move up to 40 pounds, ability to administer CPR
Visual Requirements:Close, color, peripheral, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
Hearing/Speaking Requirements:Adequate to exchange information

DISCLAIMER:

Requirements represent minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Laura Davis , Principal
• Northwoods Fine Arts Academy
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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