Behavior Teaching Assistant- John Sevier Elementary

Position: Part-TimeK-3 Behavior Intervention Teaching Assistant - John Sevier Elementary is seeking a qualified candidate for a behavioral teaching assistant position to work directly with the MCS K-3 Behavioral Intervention Specialist.

Education Certification and Related Work Experience:

• High School Diploma (2 years college preferred)
• Experience working directly with children
• De-escalation and therapeutic restraint training or (willingness to complete certification training)

Job Expectations

• Report to Building Principal and the MCS K-3 Behavioral Intervention Specialist
• Under the supervision and guidance of the district Behavior Management Specialist provide direct behavior intervention to students through a pull-out and push-in model where the supportive service ensures a safe non-threatening nurturing environment where students can thrive.
• Develop a repertoire of behavioral intervention and behavioral assessment strategies to support teachers in their implementation of positive behavior support and restorative practices in their classrooms.
• Assist in developing MCS Behavioral Support Program components a complete repository of guidance documents necessary artifacts and resources.
• Maintain student behavior records.
• Complete on-going professional development through direct coaching conferences workshops and research.
• Other responsibilities as assigned by administration.

Qualities of Desired Candidates

• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers teaching assistants school counselor(s) school psychologist(s) and school administrators to provide consistent and reliable behavioral support.
• Aptitude and flexibility to work with multiple schedules and student needs.
• Ability to lift and/or physically manage students of varying sizes and weight (e.g. lifting up to 50 pounds on a regular basis sitting for long periods of time walking seeing standing for extended periods of time etc.).
• Honesty flexibility confidentiality professionalism commitment and loyalty.
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Required Experience:

Junior IC