Behavioral Assistant- RISE Program

Behavioral Assistant- RISE Program

New Bedford Public Schools Casimir Pulaski Elementary School - New Bedford, Massachusetts. Open in Google Maps.

Job : 5683257

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Apr 30, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

We are deeply committed to an inclusive curriculum and school community that reflects the diversity of our student population. We strive to have the highest quality educators and encourage applications from candidates representing a broad range of skills and diverse backgrounds. We seek candidates who are dedicated to inclusion and have a clear interest in being part of the richness of diversity that the New Bedford Public Schools community has to offer.

Behavioral Assistant

• To build capacity within the district to provide the best clinical support and behavioral services for students with disabilities, students in referral and/or at‑risk in New Bedford in grades PK‑12.
• The Behavioral Assistant functions as a professional in the Special Education substantially separate, behavioral‑based and inclusion classroom settings within the New Bedford Public School District.
• This person may provide individual, group, or classroom support and will work under the direction of teachers, consultants, related service providers, and in collaboration with other para educators and school‑based personnel to meet the goals and objectives of a student’s IEP.
• Services may include addressing safety needs related to behavior management and supporting the development of social and emotional needs, sensory support, and providing academic support to students.
• The Behavioral Assistant in this role will assist in development, implementation, and monitoring of behavioral improvement plans that may require de‑escalation, reinforcement, data collection, and physical management. Duties may require the physical ability to lift, escort, hold, and guide students.
• The Behavioral Assistant in this role is asked to review students’ IEPs with teachers regularly and employ universal precautions related to health and hygiene. The assistant is expected to use de‑escalation techniques taught by the district to minimize the need for physical intervention. They must remain calm during a crisis and be able to make quick, rational decisions to prioritize student care and maintain a therapeutic environment and safety.
• Employees must participate in physical management of students when needed using approved methods only, maintaining safety for extended periods.

• Work through various aspects of the Special Education/Student Services Department and collaborate with staff to develop, implement, and monitor a behavioral improvement plan that meets the whole‑student needs.
• Provide frequent consultation with staff at all Comprehensive Behavioral Intervention Programs (CBIP), Trinity Day Academy, and Whaling City.
• Assist in developing a Response to Intervention (RTI) model for the district to include in‑school and community support and interventions.
• Analyze and collect student data (behavioral infractions, at‑risk forms, discipline) and submit reports to the Assistant Superintendent of Student Services.
• Support the team evaluation process and ensure compliance with state and federal requirements for progress monitoring and data collection required by IEP.
• Stay informed on all legal requirements governing special education.
• Collaborate with all school staff to provide technical assistance and consultation to better support students with social, emotional, and behavioral difficulties.
• Work with individuals and groups of students in crisis situations, family interventions, and group interventions as needed.
• Support planning and…