Anticipated Behavior Support Assistant - Rockingham Academy 2026-2027, RA

Anticipated Behavior Support Assistant - Rockingham Academy , RA

Rockingham County School Division Rockingham Academy - Harrisonburg, Virginia Open in Google Maps

Rockingham County School Division Rockingham Academy - Harrisonburg, Virginia Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Rockingham County Public Schools

Job : 5864291

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 31, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 3, 2026

Open Until Filled.
10 month position

Ability to develop and maintain an empathetic attitude toward children demonstrating a high level of need and/or intensive behavioral/social/emotional support; strong interpersonal and effective communication skills; willing to be trained and learn specialized evidenced based behavioral strategies; strong decision making and problem solving skills; strong ability to be flexible and remain calm when children demonstrate challenging behavior; strong ability to follow directions, carry out instructions and complete assigned tasks;

basic understanding of data collection; and strong ability to work independently and on teams.

Education equivalent to graduation from an accredited high school or General Education Development certificate (GED), two years of college, or a passing score on the Para Pro Assessment preferred. Possession of an equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position is required. Must be willing to participate in training designed specifically for the position;

and must be willing to be certified in Mandt Restraint and Seclusion and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation.

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Position Type: Full-Time

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

• Lea Dean , Principal
• Rockingham Academy
• Email: ldean.va.us