Paraprofessional- (Structured Support Classroom) 2026-2027
About The Position
The Structured Support Classroom Paraprofessional will assist the teacher in implementing instructional, behavioral, social-emotional, and self-regulation supports for students with significant behavioral, emotional, and social needs. This role involves supporting students in accessing instruction, developing emotional regulation skills, and successfully participating in the school environment. The paraprofessional will work under the supervision of the campus principal and the immediate direction of the certified special education teacher to provide instructional assistance, behavior intervention support, crisis prevention, and supervision in a highly structured classroom environment. The Structured Support Classroom (SSC) provides specially designed instruction and behavioral support for students who demonstrate significant emotional regulation, behavioral, and social skill deficits that impact academic success. The classroom environment is highly structured and focuses on emotional regulation, social skills development, positive behavior supports, academic instruction, coping and self-management skills, and safe and supportive learning environments. Students receive individualized behavioral and instructional supports designed to help them build independence and successfully participate in school settings to the maximum extent appropriate.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Ability to work effectively with students exhibiting behavioral and emotional challenges
- Ability to remain calm and maintain emotional control during crisis situations
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
- Ability to communicate effectively with students and staff
- Ability to build positive relationships with students
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Experience working with children preferred
- Experience working with students with disabilities or behavioral needs preferred
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree or completion of paraprofessional certification requirements preferred
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention training preferred or willingness to obtain training
- Knowledge of positive behavior intervention strategies preferred
Responsibilities
- Assist in implementing behavior intervention plans (BIPs), classroom behavior systems, and emotional regulation supports.
- Support students in developing coping skills, emotional regulation strategies, self-management, and appropriate social interactions.
- Assist with de-escalation and crisis intervention strategies during behavioral incidents.
- Intervene in crisis situations and assist with approved physical restraint procedures only as trained and directed when necessary for student safety.
- Help create and maintain a safe, structured, and supportive learning environment.
- Build positive relationships with students while maintaining consistent expectations and boundaries.
- Supervise students throughout the school day including classroom transitions, lunch, recess, specials, hallways, arrival/dismissal, and community-based instruction activities as assigned.
- Assist students with physical needs and personal care as needed, including feeding, toileting, hygiene, positioning, and mobility support.
- Recognize and respond appropriately to students’ emotional, behavioral, communicative, sensory, and physical needs.
- Support students during transitions to less restrictive environments and general education settings when appropriate.
- Work with individual students and small groups to reinforce academic, behavioral, and social-emotional instruction as directed by the teacher.
- Assist with implementation of instructional activities, accommodations, and modifications identified in students’ IEPs.
- Support students with organization, task completion, classroom routines, and participation in instructional activities.
- Assist with preparation and organization of classroom materials, visual supports, schedules, and reinforcement systems.
- Collect behavioral and instructional data as directed by the teacher.
- Assist with supervision and implementation of sensory breaks, calming strategies, and structured classroom routines.
- Help maintain classroom organization and instructional areas conducive to learning.
- Keep the teacher informed regarding student progress, behavioral concerns, and special needs.
- Maintain professional and positive relationships with staff, students, and parents.
- Use effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Maintain confidentiality regarding student information and records.
- Participate in professional development, staff meetings, behavior training, and special events as assigned.
- Comply with district, campus, and special education policies and procedures.
- Assist with maintaining classroom safety procedures and emergency protocols.
- Other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
