MTSS Aide (5 hour) PBIS

Position Title: MTSS Aide (5 Hour) PBIS Building: Harvey Education Center / Mason Public Schools / In-Person Reports to: Principal

About Mason Public Schools:

Located in the heart of Michigan, minutes from the State Capitol and Michigan State University, Mason Public Schools serves more than 3,200 students across six school buildings. A team of 500 talented educators and support staff serve our schools, exhibiting a high level of commitment to our students. Mason Public Schools is proudly supported by our community through the Mason Public Schools Foundation and the approval of a bond to improve classrooms, safety, transportation, technology, facility infrastructure, and furniture and equipment. Your journey starts here: Every Student. Every Day. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI): Through authentic learning opportunities, Mason Public Schools is committed to an inclusive environment. Our students, staff, and community respectfully acknowledge and value the diverse cultures, lifestyles, experiences, perspectives, and identities of each other. Job Summary: The MTSS Aide helps to support students by leading the implementation of MTSS frameworks with a focus on behavior intervention and positive behavior supports. This position works directly with the MTSS Behavior Specialist and School Social Worker and collaborates with classroom teachers, support staff and school teams to analyze student data, implement tiered interventions, and promote a positive school climate.

Qualifications Required:

• Must be at least 18 years of age

Desired Qualifications:

• Preferred Associate's degree or credits in early childhood education, elementary education, child development or child-related field
• At least 2 years' work experience in an Early Childhood Education or Elementary setting.
• Experience with Early Childhood Special Education and Pre-K/Preschool Settings
• Experience with restorative practices and trauma-informed approach
• Competent computer and technology based skills (Microsoft Office, email, electronic record keeping, student information systems).
• Demonstrated history of strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to support building wide systems for behavior expectations
• Current certification in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention, De-Escalation
• CPI training preferred

Job Description:

• Assists MTSS Behavior Specialist and classroom teachers/staff with the implementation of tiered behavior supports, plans, and intervention programs that address the behavioral needs of students
• Assists with PBIS and social emotional needs of students
• Shall use developmentally appropriate practices to provide successful academic, social and emotional experiences for all children
• In cooperation with lead teachers, thoroughly documents student behavior, and communicates with staff
• Ability to manage situations and guide others with the physical and mental rigors of being a behavior support staff member
• Reliable attendance and physical presence are required
• Maintain confidentiality for all school/program-related information
• Must follow all childcare license rules and regulations, grant funded program rules and regulations, Board policies, administrative regulations, operational procedures, and labor agreements
• Perform other duties as required by the building Principal, Interventionist and Mason Public Schools

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• This position requires long periods of standing, sitting, and walking
• The position requires occasional lifting of supplies and movement of classroom furnishings during the course of the school day
• Work takes place both indoors and outdoors, with some travel to other schools or field trip locations
• Implement crisis interventions, which can include lifting (up to 50 pounds), implementing physical intervention strategies, and managing escalated student behaviors.

Salary: $15.00 per hour Benefits: Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Sick Time Off, 6 School Closure Days, Retirement, and Holidays per the bargaining unit agreement Schedule: Position begins 2026-2027 School Year, 5 hours daily, Monday-Friday, Occasional Evening events/meetings or professional development Deadline: November 2, 2026 All candidates are required to complete the StyleProfile™ assessment as a component of their application. This assessment is intended to be one component of the information used to assist administrators during the selection process. Once the application has been submitted, the StyleProfile™ assessment will be assigned and sent to your email. The StyleProfile™ assessment is approximately 30 minutes in length and is a multiple-choice format.