Behavior and Academic Support Aide

Behavior And Academic Support Aide - Day To Day $20/hour

Instructional Support

Cumberland, RI

Blackstone Valley Prep (BVP) Mayoral Academy is now hiring dedicated team members who are willing to do whatever it takes to put all scholars on a path to college. Successful candidates should understand and advocate for the importance of equity in classrooms, curriculums, and throughout school systems.

Expectations of a BVP Team Member include (but are not limited to):

• If required for your role, you must provide evidence of proficiency or awareness in the knowledge and practices of the Science of Reading and Structured Literacy through the completion of a RIDE approved program or Rhode Island educator preparation program.
• Acts on the belief that 100% of scholars can be successful in college and the world beyond
• Embraces the diversity of the BVP community by fostering an environment of respect and inclusion while actively working to build an equitable school community
• Cultivates the social and personal skills that will serve scholars' in a complex world.
• Engages meaningfully in school and network professional growth opportunities and enhances professional growth by giving and seeking assistance from other team members
• Acts ethically and with integrity while following all school, network, and state policies
• Engages families as partners in scholar success while recognizing and respecting differences in family backgrounds, structures, and cultures
• Attends mandatory professional development and family meet and greets

Opportunities and Benefits for a BVP Team Member include (but are not limited to):

• Competitive salary range commensurate with experience and comprehensive medical and dental plan*
• Internal hiring to capitalize on strengths and interests
• Collaborative, team-driven culture
• Instructional coaching
• Referral bonuses
• Ongoing opportunities for professional development and access to tuition reimbursement for all employees
• All staff members receive a minimum of 9 personal days per year
• 401(k) retirement plan that is 100% vested immediately with an employer match of 5%
• Generous parental leave benefits (paid time off, extended leave available, etc.)
• Flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care (matched)
• Longevity Bonuses
• Impact Factors (additional compensation for shared experiences and education/certification beyond what is required)
• School-aged children of BVP employees receive preference in enrollment (restrictions apply)
• Paid summer opportunities

* BVP has a policy not to negotiate on salaries. Allowing for negotiations undermines the economic equity we strive for as an organization. We endeavor to pay people well and appreciate our employees. Our transparent salary scale is based on the experience, competencies, and responsibilities required to thrive in this role.

The primary role of a Behavior and Academic Support Assistant is to assist the teacher(s) (Gen. ed and/or SpEd) with daily behavior & academic support in the classroom and/or grade level. This staff member is an integral part of the educational team by providing the support teacher(s) need to maximize instructional time. This Behavior and Academic Support Assistant may be assigned as a Transitional Learning Center Assistant or an Instructional Aide.

RESPONSIBILITIES & ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS which include but are not limited to:

• Maintain collaboration and professional communication with both general and special education teachers to ensure daily behavior and academic supports and to maximize instructional time
• Maintain confidentiality of information concerning scholars and families
• Monitor/support the use of special modifications or accommodations for scholars with disabilities
• Work with scholars individually or in small groups to reinforce content initially introduced by the teacher(s)
• Assist teacher(s) with both instructional and non-instructional related tasks
• Maintain Non-Violent Crisis Intervention/CPI Certification, if applicable
• Support school-wide needs as assigned and identified by the HOS

Additional duties when assigned as a TLC Assistant include the following:

• Collect progress monitoring data to support with behavior intervention plans and academic interventions
• Work with scholars in a 1:1 and/or small group setting to support behavior and academic needs
• Support the TLC Program with daily classroom management and routines (individualized support/crisis plans, behavior charts, token economy system, etc.)
• Support scholars with transition-related school activities (participating in enrichment, general education setting, lunch, recess, etc.)
• Support the special education teacher with family communication, as needed.
• When necessary, assist in the use of toilet facilities
• Participates in TLC clinical team meetings, when appropriate

Additional duties when assigned as an Instructional Aide (IA) per a scholars IEP include the following:

• Collect progress monitoring data to support with academic intervention plans and overall data collection
• Provide instructional assistance to one or more…