Behavior Support Aide

Gatesville Intermediate

Immediate Opening

Primary Purpose:

Assist teachers/campuses with behavior and instructional support. Assist teachers in the preparation and management of classroom including diffusing disruptive student behavior to refocus and transition students into classroom activities. Work directly under the supervision of the principal, Director of Special Programs

Education/Certification:

Able to obtain a Para Professional Institute Certificate or Texas Educational Aide Certificate

Associate’s degree or two years of study (60 college hours) at an institute of higher learning preferred

CPI Trained preferred

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to assist in behavior management and intervention

Ability to work well with children and quickly respond to behavioral issues Ability to communicate effectively

Ability to transport between different campuses throughout the school day

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Assist in the immediate intervention and management of student
• Diffuse disruptive behaviors, refocus and transition the student into classroom activities
• Provide quick response support to teachers and campuses with disruptive, behaviorally challenged students
• Comply with all district policies and procedures
• Maintain a positive and effective relationship with all district and campus personneld
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Keep up-to-date administrative records and prepare required behavior and/or instructional related
• Keep teacher and administration informed of special needs or behavioral problems of individual students
• Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance
• Participate in faculty meeting and special events as requested

Equal Opportunity Employer

Gatesville ISD is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.