Behavior Tech Paraprofessional

Elma School District • Elma, WA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Elma School District is accepting applications for the classified position of Elma Middle School Behavior Tech Paraprofessional for the 2026-2027 school year. The person hired into this position will serve as a behavioral tech paraprofessional supporting students with behavioral needs based on their IEP, with supervision from school administration and Inclusive Education certificated staff.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Meets NCLB definition of highly qualified requirements: A two-year Associate degree, 72-quarter or 48-semester college credits, or Received a passing score on one of the assessments approved by the PESB
• WSP/FBI fingerprint background clearance (fee paid by the employee)
• Regular attendance is an essential function of this position
• The safety and health of students and others is an essential function of this position

Nice To Haves

• Work with students, as directed by the classroom teacher, BCBA, and building level administration, in the school setting to provide academic and behavioral support
• Provide support during classroom activities and field trips
• Safety Care trained, or able to complete Safety Care training upon hire
• Follows the direction of the certificated teacher and BCBA
• Able to support the meeting of IEP goals and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP)
• Functional member of the building Inclusive Education team
• Seeks out strategies to improve student interactions
• Maintains schedule
• Reliable in demeanor, attendance, and collaboration
• Positive and flexible attitude with students, staff, parents, and community members
• Willingness to work toward successful demonstration of core competencies
• Must participate in the Fundamental Course Training to gain the necessary skills to perform this position
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Demonstrated competence in basic academic/communication skills appropriate to site assignment

Responsibilities

• Serve as a behavioral tech paraprofessional supporting students with behavioral needs based on their IEP.
• Provide academic and behavioral support to students, as directed by the classroom teacher, BCBA, and building level administration, in the school setting.
• Provide support during classroom activities and field trips.
• Follow the direction of the certificated teacher and BCBA.
• Support the meeting of IEP goals and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP).
• Be a functional member of the building Inclusive Education team.
• Seek out strategies to improve student interactions.
• Maintain schedule.
• Demonstrate reliability in demeanor, attendance, and collaboration.
• Exhibit a positive and flexible attitude with students, staff, parents, and community members.
• Participate in the Fundamental Course Training to gain the necessary skills to perform this position.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Demonstrate competence in basic academic/communication skills appropriate to site assignment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Twelve (12) Days Sick Leave per school year
• Two (2) Personal Leave Days with pay per year
• Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS) DCP- Deferred Compensation Program
• Washington Paid Family Medical Leave
• Medical; Dental; Vision; Basic Life; AD&D; LTD Insurance; FSA and DCAP

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED