PBIS Assistant

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.

Salary : $18 - $23