Associate Educator (Behavior Resource) - (2026-2027) Sullivan PK-8

Behavior Resource

Assists students with educational programs and special assignments; performs duties within scope of authority and training, and in compliance with MPS policies, and the Standards of Effective Instructional Support for Educational Assistants; duties will vary according to job assignment.

Assists MPS teachers and staff to facilitate educational functions and other services to maintain a safe and productive learning environment; works with students to reinforce classroom learning and improve personal skills; assists teachers with managing classroom, materials and student behavior.

Assists students in learning processes; reinforces positive behavior, provides individual instruction, encourages socialization and good communications.

• Administers a variety of school programs, student services, community services, special assignments, and educational programs in support of MPS goals;
• Maintains student behavior thru intervention and parent contact;
• Maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, records and MPS information.

Qualifications

• Completion of 90 quarter or 60 semester college credits in Education, Child Development, Behavioral Sciences or educational area related to position assignment;
• Passing score of 460 (or higher) on the ParaPro Assessment;
• A high school diploma/GED certificate;
• Two (2) years of professional experience working with children;
• Equivalent combination of education, training and experience as determined by Human Resources.