Academic and Behavior Intervention Assistant - Taylor Junior High School

Academic and Behavior Intervention Assistant - Taylor Junior High School

Mesa USD 4 Taylor Junior High — Mesa, Arizona

Job : 5814664

Final date to receive applications: Aug 02, 2026 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time)

Posted: Jul 02, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Employment Type: Full-time (35 hours per week)

Base Hourly: $17.78

Class/Calendar: A13, 9.25 months

Benefits: Sick leave, holidays, retirement matched through the Arizona State Retirement System, health and life insurance

Performance Pay: Available annually

New Hire

Experience:

1% of the base hourly rate granted for each year of verified experience up to a 10‑year maximum

New Hire

Education:

1% of the base hourly rate awarded for an AA or higher degree if not required

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $17.78 per hour

The Academic and Behavior Intervention Assistant will support students requiring academic assistance and behavioral intervention. This role demands effective communication and a commitment to fostering student success both academically and behaviorally. The assistant will provide specialized support to students with behavioral challenges, implement positive behavior intervention plans, collect data, and assist educators to promote positive behavior and academic success.

• Implement the comprehensive program for academic and behavioral intervention, incorporating shared practices and strategies to support junior high school students in need.
• Deploy curriculum materials and resources provided by school administration and educators to meet the needs of students requiring academic and behavioral intervention.
• Provide recommendations to school staff, including teachers and support personnel, on intervention strategies to meet each student’s needs.
• Support and guide students participating in the program, addressing academic challenges, behavioral issues, and other needs as necessary.
• Implement proactive strategies for managing student behavior and promoting positive social interactions within the academy environment, establishing clear expectations and consequences.
• Collect and analyze data related to student academic performance and behavioral outcomes, using findings to make recommendations for instructional decisions, program modifications, and interventions.
• Collaborate with teachers, counselors, administrators, and other staff to coordinate efforts and ensure alignment with school‑wide goals and initiatives related to academic and behavioral support.
• Maintain open lines of communication with parents and guardians, providing regular updates on student progress, behavior, and participation in the academy program.
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development opportunities to stay up to date with best practices in behavior management and intervention techniques.
• Implement positive behavior intervention plans (PBIPs) with fidelity as designed by the school’s administration and educators.
• Assist students in developing coping strategies and self‑regulation skills to manage challenging behaviors effectively.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• Earned a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Meets the federal paraprofessional requirements (possession of an Associate’s degree, 60 college credits, or passing of paraprofessional exam offered by Mesa Public Schools).

• Public school district experience.
• Ability to speak Spanish.
• Experience working with students.

• Understanding and demonstrating the essential attitudes and skills of Mesa Public Schools’ Portrait of a Graduate.
• Maintaining confidentiality.
• Understanding behavioral challenges in an educational setting.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Patience, empathy, and the ability to remain calm in challenging situations.
• Adhering to ethical standards and confidentiality guidelines related to student information.
• Working with a wide variety of students who have different strengths and needs.
• Engaging and fostering positive and productive relationships with various stakeholders.
• Practical skills in interpersonal relationships, communication, organization,…