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Davenport Community Schools GENERAL EDUCATION BEHAVIOR SUPPORT - 7 HRS/DAY in Davenport, Iowa
GENERAL EDUCATION BEHAVIOR SUPPORT - 7 HRS/DAY JobID: 11099
Position Type:
Paraeducator/ Paraeducator
Date Posted:
5/21/2024
Location:
Mid City High
Date Available:
08/16/2024
Closing Date:
OPEN UNTIL FILLED
Currentparasuse the internal application process to apply.All other current district employees (notparas), or external applicants apply online by completing the external application.INTERNAL APPLICANTS: OPEN 5/22/2024 thru 5/29/2024 @ 4pmEXTERNAL APPLICANTS (if no internal bidders): Open until filled
New Hires: Entry level rate $15.60/hr.;Current employees in the bargaining unit: Please refer to the salary schedule established by the applicable bargaining group.
Duties & Responsibilities: (Essential Functions of Position, Major Responsibilities, Summary of Key Duties, Special Assignments, Relationships)
Act as a first responder and assist with de-escalation when students are in crisis; provide redirection using school wide PBIS Matrix
Monitor building climate and culture throughout the day
Behavior Support for students removed from class earning major referrals
Process students to gain a successful reentry into the classroom
Coach students in positive behavior choices, develop strategies, and monitor success
Document office referrals in Infinite Campus and in building-wide data collection systems
Assist Adminstrators in parent communications and follow up for student behaviors
Work with students and staff to monitor behavior plans and interventions
Perform student supervisory duties including before and/or after school and cafeteria
Demonstrate ability to take initiative and follow through
Meet regularly with counselor and principal
Work collaboratively with staff supporting students in classrooms as needed
Assist with daily activities and routines of students
Use positive reinforcement techniques to assist in managing behavior throughout the school routine including transition times
Engage in on-going staff development
Model flexibility in duties as the needs of students change
Model enthusiasm and patience
Other duties as assigned by building administrator
Successful candidate must possess strong interpersonal skills with a proven record of building rapport with culturally diverse students to ensure each child reaches his/her full potential.
Good attendance and punctuality are a must to ensure that the duties and responsibilities of the job are performed successfully.
Skilled, understands and utilizes MTSS or willingness to be trained/knowledgeable
Skilled, understands and utilizes PBIS or willingness to be trained/knowledgeable
CPI certified or willingness to gain CPI certification
Physical Requirements of Position: (HBV ?Yes ?No)
Hands on position; able to work with children while sitting on the carpet and/or in small work areas
Ability to withstand weather for outside activities
Must be able to lift, pull and push 50 lbs.
Special Qualification Desired: (Personal Qualities, Education, Skills Needed, Experience, Etc.)
Patient, compassionate, and sensitive individual willing to work with diverse population
Recognition of the need for confidentiality with respect to children's and parents' right to privacy
Final Date for Internal Application:5/29/2024 @ 4 pm
Signature: Breelyn Seifert Date: 6/20/2023 Administrator to Whom Employee is Directly Responsible Signature: Joah Blair Date: 5/22/2024 Department Administrator /Human Resource Signature