Behavior Interventionist Paraprofessional; Federal Funded @ Elsik Ninth Grade Center

Behavior Interventionist Paraprofessional (Federal Funded) @ Elsik Ninth Grade Center

Starting Date: Aug 3, 2026

Primary

Purpose:

To effectively work with and monitor student behavior.

Education/Certification:

• High school diploma or GED
• Qualifies for appropriate state paraprofessional certification

Special Knowledge/

Skills:

• Knowledge of behavior and social skill intervention techniques and methodology
• Able to work with students with significant behavioral needs
• Trained in CPI or other crisis intervention program
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Able to maintain effective working relationships with all stakeholders
• Excellent organization, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to multi‑task complex administrative activities

Experience:

• Experience working with behavior and social skill intervention techniques preferred

• Assist in carrying out the district’s goal of improving student achievement by providing assistance to students who are at‑risk of academic failure or dropping out of school and/or staff who work with these students.
• Work closely with administrators, teachers and the counselor to create and monitor student behavior contracts.
• Work closely with teachers to develop behavior interaction plans for students.
• Monitor student behavior in the building and in SAC.
• Maintain SAC/discipline folder for all students placed in SAC.
• Maintain file of student work completed in SAC.
• Enter data in the computer concerning discipline actions. Observe students in the classroom and monitor the progress of students that have been assigned to SAC.
• Assist with the arrival and dismissal of students.

• Maintain confidentiality.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Maintain an appropriate level of technology competence to meet the current and future needs of Alief.
• Implement alternative methods of instruction as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

None

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of Instructional Paraprofessional Personnel.

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals

Posture: Standing, prolonged sitting, occasional kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing pulling, and twisting

Motion: Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching; may also require climbing stairs and reaching over head

Lifting: Moderate lifting and carrying (up to 15 pounds);
May require occasional heavy lifting and carrying (15-45 pounds)

Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours; possible district wide travel; all campuses are temperature controlled with hard surface floors

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Pay Grade: ISP2

Salary Range Min. $23,932 Mid. $27,988 Max. $32,045 (Based on previous experience). Salary is based on 187 days; if working less, the salary will be less.

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required