Part Time Behavior Intervention Paraprofessional - Cedar Middle School

Do you want meaningful work? This is your place. We want you to join our team! Come work for the Iron County School District in Cedar City, UT and help to make a difference in the lives of students and families in your community!  

Cedar Middle School is seeking a Part Time Behavior Intervention Paraprofessionals to work 27.5 Hours per week. This position will remain open until filled.

The Part Time Behavior Intervention Paraprofessional works under the direction of the school principal, working with  the Special Education Educator, School Counselor, and/or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), assist students who have moderate to intensive behavior and/or mental health needs. This position may also support the implementation of behavioral programs and intensive behavior intervention services for students with disabilities. Establishes effective rapport with students and motivates students to develop appropriate social skills and attitudes leading toward improved behavior in order to foster greater independence in the student. Professional relations are developed and maintained with other staff.

• Collects, documents, manages, and uses data to inform functional behavior assessments, behavior intervention plans, emergency safety interventions, referrals for additional supports, problem solving, schedules and services to benefit students. 

• Able to use Google Suite effectively (i.e.Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google Slides) 

• Changes to student programming are data driven and documented effectively. 

• Works with school professionals and other paraprofessionals to build the school's capacity to address student’s behavior and/or mental health needs. 

• Maintains current knowledge and improves skill application by participating in regular on-going professional development 

• Adheres to all local, state, and federal policies and procedures for special education and behavior compliance.

• Provides instructional support assistance to students and student groups. 

• Participates in the development, maintenance and carrying out of systems for classroom management. 

• Guides students in working and interacting harmoniously with other students. 

• Operates various types of office equipment such as computers, copy machines, etc.

• Regular, reliable, predictable attendance and job performance is required

• Complies with established district policies and procedures.

• Must have basic computer knowledge, be familiar with Google docs and check email frequently. Must be willing to learn and use all computer systems and software as needed.

Please see the full job description at the the link HERE