What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavior Technician – Exceptional Student Services position at Maricopa Unified School District?
Maricopa Unified School District #20
Human Resources
44150 West Maricopa/Casa Grande Highway
Maricopa, Arizona 85138
520.568.5100 - main number
520.568.5151 - fax number
Position Description: Behavior Technician – Exceptional Student Services
Classification: Non-Exempt
Terms of Employment: 9-Month, Part-Time
Salary: Approved Classifed Compensation Plan (Education and Experience)
General Statement of Responsibilities: The Behavior Technician provides support to the classroom teacher and is responsible for providing academic and behavioral support to students by keeping students on-task and following the behavior plan established by the IEP team. The Behavioral Technician will assist in the implementation of a written positive behavior support plans as directed by the ED-P certificated staff. This will include one-on-one behavioral interventions and skill development activities. Services will be provided to children with challenging behaviors ages 5 through 21 in the classroom and/or on school transportation as needed.
Principal And Essential Functions
Education and/or Experience: High School Diploma/GED and meets the State and Federal guidelines for a highly-qualified paraprofessional (PRAXIS or Work Keys test accepted, or Associate’s degree, or, 60 college credits.) Bilingual preferred. Valid Arizona DPS IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The Maricopa Unified School District Does Not Discriminate On The Basis Of Race, Color, Religion, National Origin, Sex, Disability, Age Or Sexual Orientation In Admission And Access To Its Programs, Services, Activities, Or In Any Aspect Of Their Operations And Provides Equal Access To The Scouting America And Other Designated Youth Groups. The Maricopa Unified School District Also Does Not Discriminate In Its Hiring Or Employment Practices. The Following Employees Have Been Designated To Handle Inquiries Regarding The Nondiscrimination Policies
Title IX Coordinator
Assistant Superintendent Of Human Resources
Address: 44150 W. Maricopa/Casa Grande Highway Maricopa, AZ 85138
Telephone Number: 520-568-5100
Email:tbeckett@musd20.org
Section 504/ADA Coordinator
Director of Exceptional Student Services
Address: 44150 W. Maricopa/Casa Grande Highway Maricopa, AZ 85138
Telephone Number: 520-568-5100
Job descriptions and documentation requirements can be accessed and printed from our website at www.musd20.org
Human Resources
44150 West Maricopa/Casa Grande Highway
Maricopa, Arizona 85138
520.568.5100 - main number
520.568.5151 - fax number
Position Description: Behavior Technician – Exceptional Student Services
Classification: Non-Exempt
Terms of Employment: 9-Month, Part-Time
Salary: Approved Classifed Compensation Plan (Education and Experience)
General Statement of Responsibilities: The Behavior Technician provides support to the classroom teacher and is responsible for providing academic and behavioral support to students by keeping students on-task and following the behavior plan established by the IEP team. The Behavioral Technician will assist in the implementation of a written positive behavior support plans as directed by the ED-P certificated staff. This will include one-on-one behavioral interventions and skill development activities. Services will be provided to children with challenging behaviors ages 5 through 21 in the classroom and/or on school transportation as needed.
Principal And Essential Functions
- Ensure students get from school transportation to the classroom and back in the afternoon.
- Assist teacher in implementing classroom management and social skill training, including one-on-one student assistance as needed
- Provide academic and behavioral support to students providing a positive reinforcement across all environments.
- Develop student's self-responsibility for behavior at school and at home.
- Maintain accurate reports on students and their behavioral needs to assess each student's improvement.
- Assist with developing lesson plans and activities to meet student's needs to teach academic skills such as reading comprehension, math, and spelling.
- Prepare charts and graphs as needed, complete and maintain data sheets daily.
- Periodically report teacher/student progress or concerns to the ED-P counselors.
- Work with staff members to enhance and ensure students are receiving quality educational support
- Maintains knowledge of individuals, their health/medical needs, and their service plans.
- Provides support as scheduled and as outlined in each Individual Education Plan and assists the individual in achieving their goals.
- Maintains an accurate record of services delivered for MIPS billing.
- Documents data and notes to adequately show individual's progress toward goals on IEP goals.
- Ensures that the certificated staff is informed of events impacting individuals receiving support and services.
- Completes a minimum of 45 hours of training every 3 years in continuing education related to children with developmental disabilities and challenging behavior.
- Other duties as directed
Education and/or Experience: High School Diploma/GED and meets the State and Federal guidelines for a highly-qualified paraprofessional (PRAXIS or Work Keys test accepted, or Associate’s degree, or, 60 college credits.) Bilingual preferred. Valid Arizona DPS IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The Maricopa Unified School District Does Not Discriminate On The Basis Of Race, Color, Religion, National Origin, Sex, Disability, Age Or Sexual Orientation In Admission And Access To Its Programs, Services, Activities, Or In Any Aspect Of Their Operations And Provides Equal Access To The Scouting America And Other Designated Youth Groups. The Maricopa Unified School District Also Does Not Discriminate In Its Hiring Or Employment Practices. The Following Employees Have Been Designated To Handle Inquiries Regarding The Nondiscrimination Policies
Title IX Coordinator
Assistant Superintendent Of Human Resources
Address: 44150 W. Maricopa/Casa Grande Highway Maricopa, AZ 85138
Telephone Number: 520-568-5100
Email:tbeckett@musd20.org
Section 504/ADA Coordinator
Director of Exceptional Student Services
Address: 44150 W. Maricopa/Casa Grande Highway Maricopa, AZ 85138
Telephone Number: 520-568-5100
Job descriptions and documentation requirements can be accessed and printed from our website at www.musd20.org
