Student Support Specialist 26-27 School Year

Providence Hall is a charter school located in Herriman UT. Central to the schools mission is teaching students to think critically communicate effectively and act responsibly.

Are you excited to join a dynamic team of educators dedicated to fostering a positive learning environment where you will become a part of our school community that provides smaller class sizes than the majority of neighborhood district schools

If you are ready to have a smallschool experience with big school resources we invite you to check out this exciting opportunity to see if it sounds like a perfect fit for you.

Position Summary:
The Student Support Paraprofessional provides direct support to high school students (grades 912) needing academic behavioral and social-emotional assistance in a general education setting. This position focuses on supporting students with 504 plans addressing behavior concerns and helping students develop the skills needed for success in a high school environment. The role may also include supporting after-school programs and activities.

Schedule:

• Up to 40 hours/week during the school year on days when students are present
  
• May need to attend some department building and LEA professional development trainings and meetings
  

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide support to high school students with 504 plans ensuring accommodations are implemented with fidelity
• Assist in monitoring and supporting student behavior in classrooms hallways and common areas
• Work collaboratively with teachers and administrators to implement behavior intervention strategies appropriate for adolescents
• Build positive professional relationships with students to promote engagement accountability and graduation readiness
• Support students in developing executive functioning skills such as organization time management and self-advocacy
• Help de-escalate situations and support conflict resolution using appropriate strategies for high school-aged students
• Supervise students during transitions lunch and other unstructured times
• Maintain accurate documentation of behavior incidents and interventions
• Collaborate with counselors teachers and administration to support student success plans
• Encourage positive decision-making and reinforce school expectations
• Assist with and supervise after-school programs activities or events as needed
• Support a safe respectful and positive high school culture

Qualifications:

• High school diploma required; associates degree or higher preferred
• Experience working with high school-aged students (grades 912) or youth in a school or similar setting preferred
• Background in education youth development behavior support or a related field is highly desirable
• RBT (Registered Behavior Technician) certification preferred or willingness/ability to obtain certification within 90 days of hire
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build rapport with adolescents
• Ability to remain calm and effective in high-stress or behavior situations
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
• Commitment to student success equity and maintaining a positive school environment

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement: It is the policy of the Providence Hall Charter School to ensure that all applicants for employment as well as all employees be treated impartially without regard to race color religion sex age disability national origin political affiliation ancestry or marital status. Please see our Civil Rights Disclosure on our website ()

Applications are retained on file for two (2) years.

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Required Experience:

Senior IC