Paraeducator Behavior Support Specialist, Job 25-0786 SL at Mukilteo School District

This is a 7 hours per day 180days per year Paraeducator - BehaviorSupport Specialist position with benefits at Serene Lake ElementarySchool. Anticipated start date isas soon as possible.Hours for this position are 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.The successful candidate willprovide behavior support across campus providing intervention and direct instruction as needed. Utilize curriculum used on campus such as Zones of Regulation. This role is a part of the schools Behavior Support Team and the candidate should be willing to participate in required training and staff professional development that aligns with their responsibilities in supporting students.Preferred Qualifications:Experience supporting students who exhibit challenging behaviors.JOB TITLE: Paraeducator Behavior Support SpecialistJOB CLASSIFICATION: Paraeducator - MESPREPORTS TO: PrincipalJOB SUMMARY:Assist students who are exhibiting behavior and social emotional actions that are impacting academic achievement in order to provide proactive behavior supports that refocuses the student. Assist the teacher with designing planning and delivering lessons and activities that increase positive behavior in the classroom and around the school premises. Supervise students at recess in the cafeteria and in the library.PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Assist teacher(s) with the daily supervision of students for the purpose of maintaining and providing a safe and positive learning environment.Under the teachers direction collect student behavioral data and collaborate with teacher on designing behavior goals. Support students with developing routines and common language to assist with their communication skills regarding classroom behaviors.Under the teachers direction implement behavior plans to monitor and address positive student behavior and run small groups to address behavior/social emotional concerns of students.Assist teacher(s) with monitoring and managing student behavior and progress; share observations with teacher(s) and other professional staff.Assist teacher(s) with implementation of various strategies to address diverse student needs and support individual educational growth and achievement goals.Provide clerical and general classroom assistance for staff which may include collection and data entry of information and correspondence.Maintain confidentiality with student information.Assist with monitoring students in the cafeteria and/or at recess; assist with maintaining a clean and orderly environment for student safety and well-being.Participate in meetings and training for the purpose of sharing information improving the employee skills and knowledge implementing school initiatives and addressing student needs.Comply with District Policies.Maintain consistent presence at assigned worksite and regularly work hours specified.May be subject to reassignment of job duties depending on program building and student needsSuch other related job duties as assigned by supervisor(s).Job Requirements: Minimum QualificationsSkills Knowledge and Abilities required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job.Demonstrated knowledge of math spelling reading grammar and punctuation.Desire and aptitude to work with students.Ability to positively and professionally interact with students supervisors and staff.Ability to work both independently and cooperatively in a team situation.Demonstrated ability to effectively manage student behavior.Demonstrated ability to work with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail and meet deadlines in an atmosphere of frequent interruptions.Ability to operate or willingness to learn to operate standard classroom equipment.Ability to provide for the physical health and safety needs of students.Knowledge of computer applications used to assist with student learning.Ability to strengthen job-related competencies.Education/Certification:Be at least eighteen years of age and hold a high school diploma or its equivalent.Two years of study at an institution of higher education (72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits)orhave obtained an associates (or higher) degreeorhave successfully passed the Para Pro Assessment developed by the Educational Testing Service (ETS).Valid Washington Drivers License with acceptable driving record.Depending on assignment may be required to complete behavior modification programs including safe physical restraining techniques and/or other training as required.Experience:Job-related experience desiredPhysical Requirements:Paraeducator Behavior Support SpecialistOccasionally1% - 33%Frequently34% - 65%Continually66% - 100%SittingXStandingXWalkingXCrouchingXKneeling/CrawlingXStoopingXTwisting KneesXTwisting WaistXTwisting NeckXClimbingXBalancingXLeg/Foot UseXReachingXHandling/GraspingXFingering/FeelingXPushing/PullingXLifting/CarryingXTalkingXHearingXVisionXNear AcuityXFar AcuityXDepth PerceptionXColor VisionXField of VisionXSmellXWork OutdoorsXWork IndoorsXMukilteo School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex race creed religion color national origin age veteran or military status sexual orientation gender expression or identity disability or the use of trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator Robert Gallagher ) Section 504 Coordinator Becca Anderson ) and the ADA/Access Coordinator Karen Mooseker ). Address: 9401 Sharon Drive in Everett WA. Inquiries regarding ADA/Access issues at Sno-Isle TECH Skills Center should be directed to Wes Allen Director ). Address: 9001 Airport Road in Everett WA 98204.Required Experience:IC Key Skills Applied Behavior Analysis,Developmental Disabilities Experience,Behavior Management,Behavioral Health,Data Collection,Primary Care Experience,Military Experience,Special Education,Autism Experience,Special Needs,Experience with Children,Social Work Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1