PASS Behavior Aide; Royal Prairie Elementary School

Position: PASS Behavior Aide (Royal Prairie Elementary School)
Primary Purpose

Provide instructional, behavioral, and organizational support to students assigned to the PASS setting and assist campus staff in maintaining a structured, safe, and supportive learning environment. Support student success by reinforcing behavioral expectations, monitoring student progress, assisting with assigned academic work, and helping students develop positive school behaviors and self-management skills.
Qualifications
Education/Certification

High school diploma or GED
Educational aide certification requirements as required by the State of Texas
Ability to meet district training requirements
Special Knowledge/Skills

Ability to work well with students with behavioral, emotional, and academic needs
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
Ability to manage student behavior in a calm, consistent, and professional manner
Knowledge of basic classroom management strategies
Ability to work cooperatively with teachers, counselors, administrators, and parents
Basic computer skills
Experience

Experience working with children in an educational setting preferred
Experience supporting behavior interventions preferred
Major Responsibilities and Duties
Student Support

Supervise students assigned to the PASS setting throughout the school day or designated periods

Monitor student behavior and reinforce campus expectations, routines, and procedures

Assist students with completing class assignments provided by teachers

Encourage students to stay on task and make productive use of their time

Provide redirection and support using approved behavior management strategies

Help students reflect on behavior choices and develop improved decision-making skills

Support students in transitioning back to the classroom setting when appropriate

Behavior and Campus Support

Maintain a structured, safe, and orderly PASS environment

Document student attendance, behavior, interventions, and completion of assignments as required by the campus

Communicate student concerns, progress, and behavior patterns to the principal, counselor, teacher, or other assigned staff

Assist with behavior intervention plans and campus behavior systems as directed

Support de-escalation efforts using district-approved practices

Assist in supervising students during transitions, lunch, recess, arrival, dismissal, or other assigned times as needed

Instructional Support

Collect assignments from teachers and ensure students have access to needed materials

Provide support with reading directions, clarifying assignments, and helping students organize work

Monitor and encourage completion of academic tasks in all subject areas

Return completed work and communicate progress to classroom teachers

Assist with basic academic support under the direction of certified staff

Clerical and Organizational Duties

Maintain accurate records and logs required for the PASS program

Prepare and organize instructional materials as needed

Assist with filing, copying, and other campus support tasks related to student services

Participate in campus meetings and staff development as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors
Tools/Equipment Used - Standard office equipment including computer, printer, copier, and phone
Posture - Frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, and sitting
Motion - Frequent movement throughout the classroom and campus, May require assisting with student transitions and monitoring multiple areas
Lifting - Light lifting and carrying of instructional materials and supplies
Environment - Work inside the school building and occasionally outside for duty assignments, May work with students exhibiting behavioral challenges
Mental Demands - Maintain emotional control under stress, Work with frequent interruptions, Ability to manage student behaviors calmly and consistently
Additional Duties

Perform other duties as assigned by the administration in support of campus operations and student success