Title I Behavior Support Assistant

Region 8 Education Service Center; Marion (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational support institution is looking for a Behavior Support Assistant to work at Frances Slocum Elementary School in Marion, IN. This role involves assisting students with behavioral issues, providing support in the learning environment, and fostering communication with parents to encourage their involvement. Candidates should possess at least 48 hours of college credit or a paraprofessional test. The position requires strong confidentiality standards and excellent interpersonal skills. Interested candidates should apply to help create a positive educational atmosphere in the school community.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of 48 hours of college credit or Paraprofessional Test is required.
• Must be CPI Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Trained or be willing to complete training.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction and support for students with behavioral issues.
• Encourage parent involvement in education and school functions.
• Assist teachers in maintaining a positive classroom environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Interpersonal relationship skills

Education

48 hours of college credit or Paraprofessional Test

Tools

Computer

Instructional equipment

Job description

Position Information

Position Type: Support Staff/ Instructional Assistant

Date Posted: 7/21/2025

Location: Frances Slocum Elementary School, Marion, IN

Position Title: Behavior Support Assistant

FLSA Status: Exempt

Responsible to: Building Principal

Supervises: n/a

Evaluated by: Building Principal

Terms of Employment: 220 days

Evaluation Period

• Formative evaluations throughout the school year as per MCS Performance and Assessment procedures.
• Annual evaluation prior to July 1.

Purpose of the Position

Serves as a resource/contact person for students who display inappropriate behaviors due to poor home life, excessive absences, tardiness, or truancies, poor social skills, and/or low academic performance. Provides instruction based on student needs and supports academic & behavioral progress to allow them to remain in the general school environment working toward a high school diploma and graduation.

Classified as Confidential Employee: Functional responsibilities or knowledge in connection with the issues involved in dealings between the school corporation and its employees require strict adherence to confidentiality.

Minimum Requirements

• Successful completion of 48 hours of college credit or Paraprofessional Test
• Meet particular requirements of local, state, and federal programs, especially in terms of confidentiality.
• Must be CPI Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Trained or be willing to complete training.

Essential Functions of the Position

• Work with students with academic & behavioral difficulties.
• Relate well with children and parents, treating all children, parents, and staff with dignity and respect.
• Assist teachers in any way possible.
• Assist in maintaining a positive learning environment in the classroom.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Assess a student's social needs and provide appropriate strategies to meet those needs.
• Complete and be accountable for the paperwork that includes the interventions/strategies or other requested data for the students targeted for this support.
• Implement activities that are multicultural, gender-fair, and disability sensitive.
• Maintain confidentiality of all students.
• Communicate progress and outcomes with the school administrative team.
• Encourage parents to become involved in their child's education.
• Telephone or visit parents, as necessary, to encourage parent involvement.
• Promote parent involvement in all school functions and activities.

Secondary Functions of the Position

• Facilitate positive interactions between students and teachers, students and peers, and students and other adults.
• Model learning and behavior consistent with the expectations for students.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as directed by the Building Principal and/or the Superintendent.

Knowledge of

• Applicable software and applications.

Ability to

• Plan, organize, and schedule priorities.
• Use independent judgment and initiative in making sound decisions and in developing solutions to problems.
• Discreetly handle confidential and politically sensitive matters.
• Make independent decisions in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Tactfully and courteously respond to requests and inquiries/complaints from the general public and staff.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and the community.

Equipment used

• Computer, copier, LCD projector.
• Instructional equipment.

Place Where Work is Performed

• School building and classroom.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to walk, sit or stand for long periods of time.
• Must be able to intercede with student elopement (run, walk quickly).
• Must be able to crouch or bend over to get on student level.
• Must be able to carry up to 25 lbs. if necessary.

How this Job Description was developed: This job description was developed by the building-level Principal.

Marlon Community Schools assures Equal Employment Opportunities for job candidates and employees. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks. This job description is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements.

However, management and administration reserve the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position.