Part Time Behavior Intervention Paraprofessional - Three Peaks Elementary

Iron County School District; Cedar City (UT); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Three Peaks Elementary in Cedar City, UT is seeking a Part Time Behavior Intervention Paraprofessional to support students with behavioral and mental health needs and to foster positive social skills and classroom conduct.

Under the supervision of the Principal, Special Education Educator, School Counselor and LCSW, you will collect data, help implement behavioral plans, and collaborate with staff to build capacity for student success.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with behavior or mental health needs.
• Ability to use Google Suite effectively.
• Willingness to work as part of a school team.
• Regular attendance and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Collects, documents, manages, and uses data to inform functional behavior assessments and plans.
• Uses Google Suite effectively for documentation.
• Changes to student programming are data-driven and documented.
• Collaborates with staff to build the school's capacity to address student needs.
• Participates in ongoing professional development.
• Adheres to local, state, and federal policies for special education and behavior compliance.
• Provides instructional support to students and groups.
• Supports classroom management systems and routines.
• Guides students in positive social interactions.
• Operates office equipment such as computers and copiers.
• Maintains regular attendance and performance.

Skills

Data-driven decision making

Student engagement

Team collaboration

Behavior support

Adaptability

Tools

Google Docs

Google Sheets

Google Slides

Google Workspace

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!

Three Peaks Elementary is seeking a Part Time Behavior Intervention Paraprofessional to work 27.5 hours per week.

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.