Paraprofessional, Behavior Support Temporary

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Paraprofessional, Behavior Support (20 hours per week) (Temporary)

• Date Posted: 9/29/2026
• Closing Date: 10/05/2026

Job Title: Paraprofessional, Behavior Support (Temporary for the 2026-27 School Year)

Pay Program: Support Staff, Non-Exempt

Pay Range: Range 7 ($18.73 - $20.87)

Reports to
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Building Leader

Direct Reports
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This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Summary

Operating under the direction of the Building Leader, this position provides direct support to students experiencing behavioral and/or social-emotional challenges to promote their full participation in the school environment. This position implements individual behavior plans with fidelity, reinforces pro-social and replacement behaviors, supports de-escalation, assists in crisis response, and ensures safe supervision in a variety of school settings. The position also collects behavior data, supports the development of Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS)-aligned goals, and collaborates closely with special educators, behavior specialists, counselors, and administrators to support consistent and effective behavior interventions across the building.

Job Responsibility Description

Behavior and Trauma Support

• Provide direct support to individual students or small groups experiencing behavioral or trauma-related challenges.
• Reinforce behavior skills and coach students in safe, appropriate, and pro-social behaviors.
• Implement behavior intervention plans, replacement behaviors, and safety plans as directed.
• Support students during behavioral escalations using approved de-escalation strategies and assist with recovery and reintegration.
• Apply district-approved restraint and seclusion protocols, as required, in accordance with training and district policy.

Student Supervision and Safety

• Supervise students across school environments, including classrooms, hallways, lunch, recess, arrival/dismissal, and designated support spaces.
• Reinforce school-wide behavior expectations and discipline practices.
• Promote safe interactions and positive peer engagement.

Behavior Data and Skill Support

• Collect, record, and summarize data on observable student behavior using district-approved tools.
• Assist with information gathering for functional behavior assessments and intervention planning.
• Document interventions and track progress toward MTSS-aligned goals.
• Share relevant data and observations with appropriate staff to support plan adjustments.
• Support student skill development outlined in behavior or intervention plans.

Collaboration and Communication

• Communicate regularly with special educators, behavior specialists, counselors, and administrators regarding student progress and needs.
• Participate in behavior support, planning, and MTSS meetings as assigned.
• Support consistent implementation of behavior interventions across settings and staff.

Other Duties

• Additional tasks, duties, and responsibilities may be assigned as needed/requested.

Education and Experience

Acceptable demonstration of acceptable education and/or experience will be at the sole discretion of the District

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Associate's degree, completion of at least 48 semester hours of college coursework, or a passing score on the Work Keys assessment (or other approved assessment) required for Title I schools
• Two years of experience working with children and/or students required
• Prior experience…