Behavior Aide- 2025-2026SY

ESTL, East St. Louis School District 189•East Saint Louis, IL

61d

About The Position

Under the general direction of the Principal/ Certified Teacher, the Behavior Aide is responsible for providing assistance to students under the supervision of certificated staff in Behavior Intervention Programs and other learning environments where BIP-placed students are integrated. The dedicated aide will assist with specialized instruction and related services for students with special needs.

Requirements

Illinois Paraprofessional License Required
High School diploma or equivalent
Any combination equivalent to: an associate's degree, sixty (60) semester hours
One-year experience working with children
Knowledge of District policies and procedures
Statistical data collection
Basic knowledge of applied behavioral analysis, including how antecedents and consequences affect student behavior
Student de-escalation and safe methods of physical intervention during crisis
Safety rules, regulations, and procedures
Ability to Communicate clearly and effectively
Willingness to follow Certified Teacher's directions
Maintain confidentiality as appropriate
Assist in student de-escalation and physical intervention when needed
Use computers and related technologies as needed by the program goals
Meet district standards of professional conduct as outlined in Board Policy
Organizational skills, using tact, patience, and courtesy
Written and oral communications
Learning and interpreting assignments, procedures, rules, and regulations
Interpersonal communication skills

Responsibilities

Regular attendance to perform assigned duties
Assist BIP students in one-to-one, small group, and integrated settings in all instructional areas including academics, socialization, adaptive behavior, and behavioral growth
Assist students in dealing with conflict, expressing themselves in appropriate ways, and improving their behavior with an emphasis on successful reintegration
Assist teacher in educational instruction
Coordinate activities and meet with teacher (s) on a regular basis
Implement prescribed behavioral strategies and positive behavior support
Maintain safety of students and act as a positive role model
Assist teacher (s) in the maintenance of student records and grades
Physically be prepared to effectively manage and restrain aggressive students
Collect and maintain data logs regarding student's learning goals
Assist with special project; prepare exhibits
Check homework, grade papers, compile portfolios, record grades
Supervise students in the cafeteria, schoolyards, hallways and on fieldtrips
Perform exercise or play games to help physical and social development
Assist students with lavatory usage or clothing routines
Attend workshops, conferences, and meetings
Comply with all district policies and procedures
Perform other duties as assigned