Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY
This position is responsible for assisting the classroom teacher in all aspects of behavior management and supporting students success in school.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Follow all Agency policies and procedures, along with state and federal regulations pertaining to our school and students.
- Monitor student behavior and help maintain discipline in the classroom; record behavior data as requested; assist with crisis prevention; assist with de-escalation techniques with students as needed.
- Assist in the implementation of behavior plans (BIP); recording behavior data; and the completion of incident reports when requested.
- Monitor, supervise and assist students during non-instructional periods within a variety of school environments (e.g. lunch, recess/breaks, bus loading/unloading, playground, classroom, washroom, field trips, transportation, assemblies, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining a safe and positive learning environment.
- Assist in the implementation of classroom PBIS universal components and Tier 2 and Tier 3 strategies for selected students as requested.
- Attend meetings, training, professional learning sessions (e.g. first aid, TCI, CPR, emergency procedures, behavior management, etc.) for the purpose of enhancing professional skills and competencies.
- Perform various clerical duties as needed; maintain records of student progress; develop and file incident reports; maintain student files; check daily attendance; make copies; develop classroom displays and instructional material; maintain and operate computers, smartboards and other classroom equipment.
- Collaborate with teacher and other staff to incorporate information provided by parents, doctors, nurses, therapists and others in order to understand the needs of and provide services for students.
- Constantly monitor safety and well-being of students; monitor student attitudes and encourage positive behavior and interactions with peers.
- Perform other related duties and responsibilities as requested by the teacher and/or principal
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
- High School Diploma required
- Ability to work with students who demonstrate serious emotional and behavioral challenges, ages 6-21
CERTIFICATION / LICENSURE
- None
Northern Rivers and its member agencies Northeast Parent & Child Society, Parsons Child & Family Center and Unlimited Potential, provide help and hope to children who struggle with past abuse, mental health challenges and educational difficulties to nurture and empower them and their families to brighter futures and stronger communities. We also assist adults with impairments who need career training, employment and service navigation through our advocacy programs.
If you want to change lives, including yours, we believe there’s no better place for you to start or continue your career than with Northern Rivers. We strive to deliver innovative care in terms of vocation, rehabilitative services, and trauma informed solutions to ensure our clients live their best lives. With more than 60 programs and services, along with administrative and support functions, there’s a place here for everyone.
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