1:1 Behavior Aide - Richmond TEC

SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE

The 1:1 Behavior Aid is primarily responsible for working one-on-one with a student with an identified disability in a classroom setting. The ability to follow directions and maintain a professional demeanor at all times is critical for this position. Details of the duties of a 1:1 Behavior Aid will be dependent upon the specific needs of the student. This will be further discussed with the 1:1 Behavior Aid upon his or her being assigned to

a student and meeting with the classroom teacher and school administration.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides constant support and supervision to the student; meet upon arrival and

remains in close proximity throughout the school day in all settings;

• Keeps student within sight, sound and supervision at all times;
• Works under the direction of the classroom teacher, providing support with the

implementation of academic and behavioral goals in adherence with the

student’s current IEP and BIP;

• Completes daily data collection to student plans, charting frequency and

duration of behaviors in relation to behavioral goals;

• assists the student with transitions and adaptations between subjects and

classes;

• Provides support to students; including redirection, completion of all work

assignments, planning and organizational skills;

• Utilizes strategies to assist the student in developing positive coping skills, problem

solving, and conflict resolution for inappropriate behaviors exhibited throughout

the school day;

• Assists the student in developing positive peer/adult relationships and fostering

communication skills, by demonstrating and implementing the school district

student code of conduct;

• Provides de-escalation and/or needed interventions in situations where the

student is out of control, a threat to herself or others, or is destroying school

property;

• Participates in meetings concerning the student including child study, IEP, BIP

and manifestation meetings as deemed appropriate;

• Develops positive working relationship with all school personnel, providing weekly

feedback to school designee regarding student progress; assists other students

as needed and appropriate in the classroom;

• Provides monthly report of student progress towards BIP goals to accompany

monthly invoices;

• Reports all student absences and track attendance of students in accordance

with the contract requirements;

• Performs other duties

Qualifications

REQUIRED EDUCATION

• High School Diploma or GED

PREFERRED EDUCATION, CREDENTIALS AND EXPEREIENCE

• Valid Virginia Driver’s License
• Reliable personal cell phone
• Collegiate level education in the area of behavioral science, special education,

human services, or other related areas

• Experience working with at-risk youth and/or children/adults with disabilities

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement