Specialized Behavior Assistant

Lansing School District • Lansing, MI

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Lansing School District serves over 10,000 PreK-12 students across 25 school buildings in the increasingly diverse urban community of Lansing, MI. We are unique compared to other districts because of the wide variety of exciting and innovative educational options from which families and staff members can choose. All of Lansing School District’s team members are dedicated to our mission to provide an excellent education to all students in a safe and nurturing environment. In pursuit of this mission, we are looking to hire for a Specialized Assistant role. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, supportive learning environment where every student thrives. As a Specialized Behavior Assistant, you will work closely with students who require behavioral supports, collaborating with teachers, behavior specialists, and families to help each child reach their educational and social goals.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree
• 60 completed college credits
• Proof of passing the ETS Paraprofessional Exam

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience working with students in small group and RTI settings
• Understanding of how to read and understand a student's IEP
• Desire to become a certified teacher long term

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on one or small-group behavioral support to students with varying needs (e.g. ASD, emotional impairment, cognitive challenges)
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to support behavior intervention plans (BIPs)
• Monitor and collect data on student behavior, documenting progress with fidelity and consistency
• Use de-escalation strategies, positive behavior support techniques, and trauma-informed practices to maintain safe and inclusive environments
• Support instruction and academic engagement through structured prompts, reinforcement, and assistive strategies
• Communicate regularly with teachers, specialists, and families regarding student progress and challenges
• Assist with transitions, social skill development, and fostering positive peer interactions
• Participate in relevant team meetings (e.g. IEP meetings, Behavior Team reviews)

Benefits

• We champion diversity, equity, and inclusion, providing equal opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or sexual orientation.
• We foster a rich environment for professional growth and student experiences by valuing diverse perspectives.
• As an equal opportunity employer, we invite passionate individuals dedicated to educational excellence to apply for our positions.
• We value internal mobility and list "Strong Internal Candidate" when considering an internal candidate before posting a job.
• We still encourage all candidates to apply.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree