Paraeducator - Behavior Intervention Support

The Opportunity

Environmental Charter Schools is seeking a Behavior Intervention Support Paraeducator to provide individual and small group behavior support in and out of the classroom setting in conjunction with teachers, colleagues and families. We're looking for a candidate with patience, who is non-judgmental and able to connect with kids that have behavioral challenges. Experience is preferred but not required; we can support with training.

Responsibilities

Para Duties

• Maintain high expectations for all students and a deep belief that all students can learn
• Assist teachers with the implementation of students’ IEP plans by providing positive learning experiences including; group and one on one tutoring and monitoring student progress
• Work with individual students or small groups of students to reinforce materials and/or skills introduced and outlined by teaching staff
• Implement a specific behavior intervention plan for assigned student(s,) monitoring and documenting the student's progress and behavior, and making necessary modifications to the plan as needed
• Maintain CPI certification (or similar intervention program)
• Act as a liaison between assigned student(s), teachers, and parents, communicating effectively about academic progress and behavioral development.
• Ensure assigned student(s)’s well-being and safety in the school environment and assist in managing crisis situations, as needed
• Collaborate with the wider school team to ensure consistency in educational and behavioral approaches
• Provide support for students inside and outside the classroom to enable them to fully participate in activities (e.g. lunch periods, play periods and field trips)
• When requested, serves as a resource person to various teams (e.g. IEP, Title 1, ELD)
• Attend necessary training sessions associated with individual students as required (e.g. medical procedures, behavior intervention support, data tracking, etc)
• Motivate students through effective communication and evaluative feedback
• Model a personal code of ethics aligned with ECS Mission and Vision
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, Associate degree preferred
• Certification in behavior intervention and support strongly preferred
• Bilingual preferred
• Demonstrates an understanding, patient, and receptive attitude towards students of various age groups, temperaments and abilities (particularly those exhibiting specialized needs)
• Exhibit ability to handle confidential information and materials
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and administrators
• Commitment to the success of all students and the ECS mission, vision, and values

The Perks

• Competitive compensation package inclusive of a generous benefits package
• 100% of HMO level healthcare premium costs covered by employer, and contributions towards dependent healthcare
• Employer-paid ECS life insurance
• Voluntary Benefits (Supplemental Life, Accident, Short Term Disability, etc.)
• Generous time off program includes 22 holidays, sick leave and vacation
• Small Learning Communities with smaller class sizes and lower student to counselor ratios
• Social and Environmental Justice Focus
• Professional growth and enrichment opportunities

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $23.88 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Physical Setting:

• Charter school

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Work Location: In person