Para Professional in Dublin, OH

An exciting opportunity awaits an experienced behavioral paraprofessional to make a significant impact supporting a student with autism-related behavioral needs. This contract position involves providing dedicated 1:1 assistance in a school setting near Dublin, OH, ensuring consistent support throughout the academic day. You’ll work closely with the district’s intervention specialists and school administrators, helping foster a safe, engaging, and positive learning environment.

Bring your background in behavior management and intervention to a collaborative setting where your skills will help empower students and model effective behavioral strategies.

Desired Qualifications:

• Previous experience as a paraprofessional, particularly within a school environment.
• Demonstrated expertise supporting students with intensive behavioral and emotional needs, especially those on the autism spectrum.
• Proficiency in implementing behavior intervention plans and data collection on student progress.
• Strong skills in de-escalation techniques and crisis prevention without reliance on physical intervention.
• Excellent interpersonal abilities to collaborate with educators, administrators, and families.
• Organized, patient, and adaptable approach in diverse classroom settings.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide consistent 1:1 behavioral support for an assigned student, delivering interventions and encouragement as outlined in their individual plan.
• Implement specific strategies from behavior intervention plans under guidance from educational and administrative staff.
• Reinforce social, emotional, and academic goals to promote student growth and independence.
• Proactively observe for escalating behaviors and employ effective de-escalation techniques.
• Document data related to interventions and student progress for team review.
• Communicate effectively with team members to adapt supports as student needs evolve.

This opportunity offers a meaningful way to use your behavioral intervention experience in a supportive team atmosphere. If you are passionate about working with students requiring behavioral support and enjoy a collaborative setting, apply now to be considered for this impactful role!