The Bradley School - Classroom Behavior Specialist (Per-Diem)

The City of Providence • Portsmouth, RI

4d • $20 - $20

About The Position

Under the general supervision of the behavioral coordinator and in collaboration with the classroom team, the Classroom Behavior Specialist assists the special education teacher in implementing effective academic, behavioral, and social-emotional programming for assigned students. The role involves working individually with students or in small groups in a classroom setting, assessing behavioral and social-emotional needs, and supporting students in meeting their goals.

The position schedule is 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, 3–5 days per week. This is a per-diem position.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, combined with successful completion of the Parapro Assessment; or a high school diploma or equivalent combined with 60 hours or more of higher education coursework; or an associate's degree or higher.
• Strong communication, patience, problem-solving, and teamwork skills.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's degree or higher, preferably in Special Education, Psychology, or a related human services field.
• Experience working with children or individuals with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Help students reach their goals.
• Work one-to-one with students or in small groups in a classroom setting to assess behavioral and social-emotional needs using formal and informal measures.
• Identify behavioral and social-emotional factors that impede academic progress and help students succeed.
• Stay current on each student's behavior plans.
• Work collaboratively with the classroom team.
• Implement social-emotional and behavioral programming consistent with students' IEPs in collaboration with the classroom team.
• Assist students with functional skills and activities of daily living, which may include vocational tasks, social skills, toileting, and other forms of self-care.
• Assist the Special Education Teacher in completing progress reports and report cards for behavioral and social-emotional IEP goals.
• Attend and participate in meetings or conferences, including supervisory sessions, staff meetings, and other assigned meetings.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED