Position Summary

Under the direction of the assigned supervisor, the PBIS Assistant will assist staff with the implementation of schoolwide Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS). 

Job Responsibilities

Essential Functions: __ Essential functions may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Converse with children and establish an atmosphere to encourage their expression of feelings and ideas and implement Positive Behavior Intervention and decision-making strategies with students.
• Supports the safety of students and staff by using Positive Behavior Intervention strategies and techniques to provide a safe and calm atmosphere for students
• Use conversation, group discussions, games, academic coaching, behavior management techniques, and other approaches to achieve prescribed goals with individual children
• Respond to emergency calls and referrals to escort students from class or playground to the office.
• Help to build confidence and self-esteem in children through one-to-one and/or group interactions.
• Provide support for students during extra-curricular activities including recesses, lunch, assemblies.
• Participate in periodic in-service, instructional workshops and other training sessions as provided.
• Supports Teachers with implementing instructional programs; provides behavior management support as necessary for Teachers to sustain the learning environment
• Reports information related to student development, progress, and behaviors to teachers, and other school staff as appropriate.
• Responsible for collecting, documenting and following-up on student behavior data.
• Adhere to and hold students accountable regarding school district policy
• Implements, coaches and models positive student behavioral strategies.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned.

Job Requirements

Knowledge of –

• General classroom policies, procedures, and equipment.
• Child development.
• Learning and teaching methods and styles.
• Classroom behavior management.

Skill in –

• Maintaining patience and professionalism when working with students.
• Organizing work and setting priorities to meet deadlines.
• Identifying learning and behavioral progress and issues.
• Preparing clear and concise reports.
• Interacting professionally with District staff and outside agencies.
• Communicating effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Operating a computer and related software.
• Possesses knowledge and understanding of Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP).
• Possesses knowledge and understanding of Positive Behavioral Intervention and Supports (PBIS).

Education and Experience:

Associate degree (Teaching or Education preferred) AND one (1) year of experience working with children; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. OR successfully passing the ParaProfessional exam.

 

Licenses, Certifications, and Equipment:

Paraprofessional certification may be required depending on the area of assignment.

IVP fingerprint clearance card is required.

Work is performed in a classroom environment and requires the use of standard classroom equipment.