Part Time Behavior Intervention Paraprofessional - Iron Springs Elementary

Iron County School District; Cedar City (UT); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Iron Springs Elementary School in Cedar City, UT, is seeking a Part Time Behavior Intervention Paraprofessional to support students with moderate to intensive behavior and mental health needs. The role reports to the principal and works with the Special Education Educator, Counselor, and/or LCSW to implement behavioral programs.

Responsibilities include data collection and documentation to inform assessments, collaboration with staff to address student needs, and maintaining effective classroom

Qualifications

• Collects and documents data to inform behavior assessments and plans.
• Proficient in Google Suite (Docs/Sheets/Slides) for reporting.
• Works with Special Education staff to support behavior/mental health needs.

Responsibilities

• Supports development and implementation of behavior intervention plans.
• Maintains systems for classroom management and student engagement.
• Provides instructional support to students and groups.
• Adheres to policies for special education and behavior compliance.
• Regular attendance and reliable job performance required.

Skills

Data collection

Behavior support

Team collaboration

Documentation

Education

Paraprofessional certification preferred

Tools

Google Docs

Google Sheets

Google Slides

Job description

Do you want meaningful work? This is your place. We want you to join our team! Come work for the Iron County School District in Cedar City, UT and help to make a difference in the lives of students and families in your community!
Iron Springs Elementary School is seeking a Part Time Behavior Intervention Paraprofessional to work 27.5 hours per week. This position will remain open until filled.
The Part Time Behavior Intervention Paraprofessional works under the direction of the school principal, working with the Special Education Educator, School Counselor, and/or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), assist students who have moderate to intensive behavior and/or mental health needs. This position may also support the implementation of behavioral programs and intensive behavior intervention services for students with disabilities. Establishes effective rapport with students and motivates students to develop appropriate social skills and attitudes leading toward improved behavior in order to foster greater independence in the student. Professional relations are developed and maintained with other staff.

• Collects, documents, manages, and uses data to inform functional behavior assessments, behavior intervention plans, emergency safety interventions, referrals for additional supports, problem solving, schedules and services to benefit students.
• Able to use Google Suite effectively (i.e.Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google Slides)
• Changes to student programming are data driven and documented effectively.
• Works with school professionals and other paraprofessionals to build the school's capacity to address student's behavior and/or mental health needs.
• Maintains current knowledge and improves skill application by participating in regular on-going professional development
• Adheres to all local, state, and federal policies and procedures for special education and behavior compliance.
• Provides instructional support assistance to students and student groups.
• Participates in the development, maintenance and carrying out of systems for classroom management.
• Guides students in working and interacting harmoniously with other students.
• Operates various types of office equipment such as computers, copy machines, etc.
• Regular, reliable, predictable attendance and job performance is required
• Complies with established district policies and procedures.