Teacher Assistant, Behavior Support - Bastrop, United States - Bastrop Independent School District

Bastrop Independent School District
Bastrop Independent School District
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Bastrop, United States

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JOB DESCRIPTION
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Job Title
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Teacher Assistant - Behavior Support
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Evaluation Type
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Paraprofessional
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Department
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Designated
Campus
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Pay Grade
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P3
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FLSA
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Non-Exempt
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Date Revised
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December 2023
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Supervisor
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Principal
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BASIC FUNCTION & RESPONSIBILITY:Provide for the behavioral needs of individual students and/or group of students in a school or under the direction of a certified classroom teacher and in accordance with the procedures and protocols set forth by the Campus Behavior Support program.***
ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS:High school diploma or equivalent and six months of related experience.***
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:******:

  • Knowledge of District, campus, and classroom policies and procedures

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  • Knowledge of techniques used in assisting students with special needs

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  • Knowledge of Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI), First Aid and Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

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  • Skill in utilizing general instructional strategies

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  • Skill in communicating effectively, both verbally and in writing

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  • Ability to administer SAMA deescalation and restraint techniques

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  • Ability to organize and prioritize work responsibilities

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  • Ability to take direction from supervising teacher and/or district staff.
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CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:The essential functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the characteristic duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities noted herein; however, this is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions found in this job description.***
Instructional Support:******:

  • Assist teachers with the implementation of Behavior Intervention Plans

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  • Teach students coping and social skills

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  • Collect and monitor data on behavior programs including: redirection, interventions, and behaviors

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  • Participate in meetings on students' progress

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  • Assist teachers with daily classroom activities; prepare/modify activities to meet student needs; assist with independent study or lead small groups; inform teachers of student progress

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  • Implement strategies and supports recommended by instructional and related service providers

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  • Support and participate in meeting the objectives of the campus/department improvement plan.******
    Student Support:******:
  • Assist teacher(s) with emotional/behavioral needs of students

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  • Monitor student behavior and maintain classroom discipline as necessary, including intervening in crisis situations and restraining aggressive and/or dangerous student behavior as needed

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  • Foster independence by scaffolding support as directed by the classroom teacher

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  • Communicate with families under the direction of the classroom teacher

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  • Assist in resolving parent/student issues and concerns in a timely manner

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  • Assist in managing student behavior in the classroom and common campus areas in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook

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Support of Administrative, Fiscal and/or Facilities Functions:**
  • Assist teacher with preparation of instructional equipment and displays; ensure specific materials and supplies are ready; maintain safe instructional area; perform clerical duties and assist with operation of equipment

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  • Provide assistance to campuses/departments as requested.******
    Organization Improvement:******:
  • Work collaboratively to improve programs.******
    Professional Growth and Development:******:
  • Participate in professional development that increases effectiveness and improves District performance.******
    Texas Academic Performance Indicators and Campus Performance Objectives:******:
  • Support the administration of statemandated testing at campuses in compliance with state and federal guidelines.******
    School/Community Relations:******:
  • Interact positively with employees and the community to provide needed information and to promote the District in a favorable manner.******
    Organization Morale:******:
  • Participate in teambuilding activities and the decisionmaking process as appropriate

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  • Communicate and collaborate with campus/department staff to enhance service delivery and customer satisfaction.******
    Other Responsibilities:******:
  • Comply with policies established by federal and state law, including but not limited to State Board of Education and local Board policy

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  • Perform other jobrelated duties as assigned.******
    SUPERVISION EXERCISED:None.***
    PHYSICAL & MENTAL DEMANDS:******:
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Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment; _[P

E teachers:
automated external defibrillator (AED)]_

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- **Posture*
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