Student Behavior Support Specialist

China Spring Independent School District; Texas; On-site; USD 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

China Spring Independent School District seeks a Behavior Support Paraprofessional to assist teachers with behavioral and instructional support, help manage classroom activities, and refocus students into lessons under supervision of a licensed teacher.

The role involves implementing behavioral plans, collecting progress data, and participating in planning meetings. Candidates should have an Associate's degree or equivalent, and experience with behavior management is preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or 48 college hours or Educational Aide certificate.
• Ability to work with children with disabilities.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to respond to the needs of children.
• Ability to assist in behavior management and intervention.
• Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics.
• Ability to work well with children.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Some experience working with children who exhibit behavior problems.

Responsibilities

• Model behavioral techniques including positive behavioral intervention and reinforcement strategies.
• Support classroom teacher and related services staff in managing student behavioral needs.
• Collect data on student performance as related to IEP goals, objectives, and behavior intervention plans.
• Participate in student planning meetings to coordinate behavioral goals within the educational program.
• Assist in training staff on the implementation of student behavior intervention plans.
• Assist teacher in preparing and presenting behavioral skill lessons.
• Implement student behavior intervention plans, emergency intervention plans, and behavioral techniques.
• Intervene in emergency situations involving aggressive or uncontrolled behavior of identified students.
• Supervise behavior students throughout the school day, inside and outside classroom.
• Keep administrator informed of special needs or problems of individual students.
• Attend training in non-violent intervention techniques including Crisis Prevention and Intervention.
• Assist with routine record keeping.
• Follow behavior plans as directed by teacher and ARD committee.
• Participate in team meetings and faculty events.
• Comply with district policies and safety procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality in district business.

Skills

Disability awareness

Instructional support

Verbal and written communication

Behavior management

Reading, writing, math support

Team collaboration

Child interaction

Education

Associate's degree / 48 college hours / Educational Aide certificate

Job description

China Spring Independent School District seeks a Behavior Support Paraprofessional to assist teachers with behavioral and instructional support, help manage classroom activities, and refocus students into lessons under supervision of a licensed teacher.

The role involves implementing behavioral plans, collecting progress data, and participating in planning meetings. Candidates should have an Associate's degree or equivalent, and experience with behavior management is preferred.