PS Behavior Assistant

Job Description
Behavior Assistant

EDUCATION: High School Diploma or equivalent
REQUIRED FOR HIRE: Level I IVP Fingerprint Card

Job Overview

The Behavior Assistant provides direct behavioral and emotional support to primary school
students Grades K-2. The core mission is to help students manage challenging behaviors, develop
positive social-emotional skills, and successfully access their learning environment. Operating under
the direct supervision of the School Principal and in collaboration with classroom teachers, and
Special Education staff. This role is essential for maintaining a safe, inclusive, and productive learning
community.

Key Responsibilities

Implement Behavior Plans: Execute individualized Behavior Support Plans (BSP) and Behavior
Intervention Plans (BIP).
Provide De-escalation: Utilize approved physical and verbal de-escalation techniques during behavioral
crises.
Run 1:1 and Small Group Interventions: Deliver direct instruction on replacement behaviors and
social-emotional skills.
Support Daily Transitions: Guide assigned students safely through daily transitions.
Build Rapport: Establish positive, trusting, and supportive relationships with students.
Prepare Visual Aids: Create token boards, visual schedules, and emotional-regulation tools under
teacher guidance.

PROBATIONARY PERIOD: There is a probationary period of (90) days. At the end of that time, the
employee will be evaluated by his/her supervisors. If the evaluation is favorable, the employee will
continue to work for the District. An unfavorable evaluation will result in termination.

General Job Requirements

• Must be punctual in all assignments
• Observe all district policies appropriate to this position
• Accept the responsibility of assigned tasks
• Comply with confidential guidelines
• Attend training sessions required by Administration
• Ability to regularly lift, carry, and move students or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Frequent walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and bending at the waist to engage
with students at their level.
• Demonstrated patience and empathy when working with students
• Perform other general duties as assigned

MUST HAVE A VALID FINGERPRINT CARD.

Salary : $15 - $16