Behavior Support Aide at Aspire Charter Academy
About The Position
The Behavior Support Aide provides instructional and behavioral assistance to students according to their Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and/or 504 behavior plans, as directed by the special education team. Support may be delivered one-to-one or in small groups. The role helps educate the whole student—academically, morally, and socially—and implements curriculum and instruction designed for the needs of students with disabilities, including resource room, inclusion, and pullout services. The aide also assists with developing and implementing behavior support programs, attends professional development and specialized training, participates in IEP meetings with the special education team and parents as required, and supports required compliance documentation. The position is at Aspire Charter Academy in Gary, Indiana, which serves students in grades K–8.
Requirements
- Ability to defuse situations and prevent escalation.
- Experience supporting individuals with disabilities and behavior modifications.
- Aptitude for understanding and navigating technical systems.
- Must meet state requirements for paraprofessionals.
- Training and experience in a research-based behavior program.
- Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification required.
Responsibilities
- Assess student abilities and provide instructional and behavioral assistance in accordance with students’ IEPs and/or 504 behavior plans, as directed by the special education team.
- Provide support one-to-one or in small groups.
- Support students’ academic, moral, and social development.
- Implement curriculum and instruction designed to meet the needs of students resulting from their disabilities, including resource room, inclusion, and pullout services.
- Assist the team in developing behavior support and assistance programs.
- Implement behavior assistance programs using specialized skills of a registered behavior technician.
- Attend professional development, specialized training, and IEP meetings with the special education team and parents as required.
- Assist with required compliance documentation.
Benefits
- Starting pay above traditional public schools’ market scales.
- Competitive benefits at affordable rates.
- Access to a best-in-class curriculum with advanced instructional tools and resources.
- Personalized development and coaching opportunities.
- High level of support for all staff by an experienced leadership team.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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