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

The City of Providence • South Kingstown, RI

1d • $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 academic, behavioral, and social-emotional programming for assigned students. The role works with students individually or in small groups in a classroom setting to assess behavioral and social-emotional needs and support students’ progress.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with children or individuals with disabilities is a plus.
• Preferred majors for an associate’s degree or higher include Special Education, Psychology, or related human services fields.

Responsibilities

• Help students reach their goals.
• Work one-on-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. This may include supporting functional skills and activities of daily living, such as vocational tasks, social skills, toileting, and other self-care.
• Assist the Special Education Teacher with 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

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED