Special Education Behavior Support Specialist

Brown University Health; Cumberland (RI); On-site; USD 26,215 - 43,242; Full time

Job summary

Brown University Health in Cumberland, Rhode Island seeks a per diem classroom assistant to support the Special Education Teacher by implementing effective academic and social-emotional programming for assigned students.

You will model the organization’s values—Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence—while assisting with data collection, reporting, and collaboration with the classroom team to support daily routines and safety.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in education or related field.
• Basic knowledge of data entry/Excel; Excel training provided if needed.
• Experience with children and ability to work in a psychiatric setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing academic and social-emotional curricula.
• Support students with daily living activities and data collection.
• Prepare reports on social-emotional and behavioral functioning.
• Attend meetings and coordinate with classroom team and supervisor.
• Follow de-escalation techniques and ensure safety as needed.
• Complete required paperwork for student records.

Skills

Data entry/Excel basics

De-escalation techniques

Communication skills

Calm under pressure

Education

Bachelor's degree in education or related field

Tools

Excel

Job description

Brown University Health in Cumberland, Rhode Island seeks a per diem classroom assistant to support the Special Education Teacher by implementing effective academic and social-emotional programming for assigned students.

You will model the organization’s values—Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence—while assisting with data collection, reporting, and collaboration with the classroom team to support daily routines and safety.