Part Time Behavior Intervention Paraprofessional - Cedar Middle School

About the role

Cedar Middle School is seeking a Part Time Behavior Intervention Paraprofessional to work 27.5 hours per week. This position will remain open until filled.

Responsibilities

• Works under the direction of the school principal, collaborating with the Special Education Educator, School Counselor, and/or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).
• Assists students who have moderate to intensive behavior and/or mental health needs.
• Supports the implementation of behavioral programs and intensive behavior intervention services for students with disabilities.
• Establishes effective rapport with students and motivates them to develop appropriate social skills and attitudes.
• Develops and maintains professional relations with other staff members.
• 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.
• Uses Google Suite effectively (e.g., Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google Slides).
• Ensures 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 students' behavior and/or mental health needs.
• Maintains current knowledge and improves skill application by participating in regular ongoing 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 and copy machines.
• Maintains regular, reliable, predictable attendance and job performance.
• Complies with established district policies and procedures.