Behavior Paraprofessional - Phoenix Main Campus (4th To 12th Grade)

Behavior Paraprofessional - Phoenix Main Campus (4th- 12th Grade)

Under the supervision and direction of the ABA Managers; the Behavior Paraprofessional assists a classroom teacher, performing a variety of tasks relating to the behavioral and instructional needs of students in a classroom setting.

Duties: 

• Assists in the implementation of instructional programs, including self-help and behavior management as well as instruction.

• Work as part of a classroom team to support academic instruction and behavior plans.

• Execute lessons as directed by the teacher. These may include supporting independent work, special projects, implementing/tracking IEP goals, or teaching a lesson to a small group.

• Assist with classroom planning and preparing materials with the classroom teacher.

• Assist students in participating in classroom routines, transitions, and self-care tasks as necessary.

• Implement behavior intervention techniques in alignment with Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) as directed by the ABA Manager or Director of ABA Practices.

• Follow tier-one behavioral supports and behavior plans as directed.

• Obtain and maintain QBS certification.

• Strong adherence to policies as outlined in the AZACS Employee Handbook.

• Maintain professional conduct and appearance.

• Work with special education students may include lifting, feeding, and other services.

• Consistent and regular attendance is an essential function of this position.

• Other duties as assigned by the Managers and Directors.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Special education and/or behaviors experience: 1 year (preferred).
• Enthusiasm for best practices in autism education and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
• Ability to exercise tact, good judgment, and initiative in dealing with students, faculty, and the public
• Ability to communicate with co-workers and business contacts in a courteous and professional manner.
• Ability to work independently and coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to exercise reasonable judgment and maintain confidentiality.
• Experience in structured teaching, center-based model preferred.

Required:

• Valid Arizona IVP fingerprint clearance card
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to obtain CPR/First Aid Certification within the first 30 days of employment

Benefits:

• One location at a professional school setting, no driving to appointments or unpaid desk time like in-home care and clinics!
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
• Set hours: Monday - Friday
• Paid Time Off
• Great internal professional development and advancement opportunities!
• $17-$19 per hour for individuals with 0-2 years of experience
• $19-$22 for individuals with 2 years+ experience

ADA AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Positions in this class require:  stooping, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

Light Work:  

Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. 

Working Conditions:  

Work is routinely performed in an indoor and outdoor classroom setting.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed by this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

Arizona Autism Charter Schools, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer in compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Civil Rights Act Title VII of 1972, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990. Arizona Autism Charter Schools, Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability or age in employment or in any of its educational programs or in the provisions of benefits and services to students.