DCMS Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Paraprofessional

Behavior Support Paraprofessional

Under the direct supervision of a certified staff member, to assist with students in need of behavioral support. The Behavior Paraprofessional will be responsible for implementing predetermined behavioral interventions and supports.

Essential Job Functions:

Identify students that are at-risk for developing behavior problems by collecting data via multiple provided sources

Within a collaborative team, select behavior interventions based upon the unique needs of the individual student

Implement specific supports and intervention with fidelity

Collect and monitor data to ensure success and if needed change tactics

Collaborate with other Behavior Paraprofessionals across the district

Participate in trainings as needed provided by certified staff and/or consultants

Works with students individually and in small groups to support behavioral goals

Assists with record-keeping procedures to document student progress

Assists with classroom behavioral management to minimize disruptions, ensure a safe and orderly classroom, and ensure students are on task

Assists students in non-instructional areas, such as supervising the student lunch programs, bus duty, playground duty, corridor, study hall, and other related non-instructional areas

Accompanies students on field trips for the purpose of assisting with supervision

Assists staff with parent contact as requested to foster effective and participatory parent involvement in student education

Follows all applicable safety rules, procedures and regulations governing the proper manner of assistance for all students, including those with disabilities or other special needs

Additional Duties:

Assist guidance, pupil services staff or building administration, as needed

Perform any other related duties as assigned

Equipment:

Use standard office equipment, such as personal computers and copiers.

Travel Requirements:

Travel between schools, or between schools and central offices, may be required for certain positions.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form

Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, and perform arithmetic operations as needed to assist students

Ability to understand, apply and use personal computers and software applications (e.g., Word, Excel)

Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals

Ability to maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees and others

Ability to establish a supportive and compassionate relationship with students with special needs

Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and others contacted in the course of work

Ability to report work orally or in writing to supervisor as required

Effective writing and verbal communication skills

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards:

Works in standard office and school building environments

Ability to work outdoors during outdoor student activities

Qualifications Profile:

Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:

High School diploma or equivalent

Successful completion of college level coursework or passing of examination as required by the No Child Left Behind Act

Prior experience working with special needs children is desirable

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent