Behavioral and Academic Support Aide (FT/PT/Long term substitute positions available)

Behavior and Academic Support Assistant

The primary role of a Behavior and Academic Support Assistant is to assist the teacher(s) (Gen. ed and / or SpEd) with daily behavior & academic support in the classroom and / or grade level.

This staff member is an integral part of the educational team by providing the support teacher(s) need to maximize instructional time .

This Behavior and Academic Support Assistant may be assigned as a Transitional Learning Center Assistant or an Instructional Aide.

RESPONSIBILITIES & ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS which include but are not limited to :

• Maintain collaboration and professional communication with both general and special education teachers to ensure daily behavior and academic supports and to maximize instructional time
• Maintain confidentiality of information concerning scholars and families
• Monitor / support the use of special modifications or accommodations for scholars with disabilities
• Work with scholars individually or in small groups to reinforce content initially introduced by the teacher(s)
• Assist teacher(s) with both instructional and non-instructional related tasks
• Maintain Non-Violent Crisis Intervention / CPI Certification, if applicable
• Support school-wide needs as assigned and identified by the HOS

Additional duties when assigned as a TLC Assistant include the following :

• Collect progress monitoring data to support with behavior intervention plans and academic interventions
• Work with scholars in a 1 : 1 and / or small group setting to support behavior and academic needs
• Support the TLC Program with daily classroom management and routines (individualized support / crisis plans, behavior charts, token economy system, etc.)
• Support scholars with transition-related school activities (participating in enrichment, general education setting, lunch, recess, etc.)
• Support the special education teacher with family communication, as needed.
• When necessary, assist in the use of toilet facilities
• Participates in TLC clinical team meetings, when appropriate

Additional duties when assigned as an Instructional Aide (IA) per a scholars IEP include the following :

• Collect progress monitoring data to support with academic intervention plans and overall data collection
• Provide instructional assistance to one or more scholars with an IEP in a small group or whole class setting
• Model a precise and expressive use of language to effectively communicate with scholar, including expectations for learning, directions for activities, and explanations of content
• Support scholar with assistive technology needs as identified in their IEP and assistive technology plan

In addition, Personal Care Attendants are expected to :

• Work one-on-one with a specific scholar needing academic and / or behavioral support
• Create an environment of respect and rapport for and with scholar
• When necessary, assist in the use of toilet facilities
• Manage scholar behavior to allow for high levels of engagement with the content
• Model a precise and expressive use of language to effectively communicate with scholar, including expectations for learning, directions for activities, and explanations of content
• Intellectually engage all scholars in learning through well-designed learning tasks and activities created with special educators that require complex thinking, and include appropriate scaffolding

Qualifications / Requirements

• Associates degree in education or related field preferred but not required. All applicants must hold a high school Diploma or GED
• All applicants must Meet the RI Paraprofessional Standards (Education and certification) or be willing to complete the requirements within 1 year of employment.
• Must be CPI certified or be willing to get certified within 1 year of employment (if applicable)
• A commitment to working with a diverse student and staff population
• Bilingual candidates preferred

Compensation Range : $36,419 - $40,253 with benefits

Required Skills

Required Experience