Primary Purpose
Provide student support focused on Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) under the direct supervision of campus administration and/or a certified teacher. Assist with implementing campus-wide and individual behavior supports, reinforcing expectations, helping students build self-regulation skills, and supporting a safe and orderly learning environment.
Qualifications
Education Certification High school diploma or alternate required Associate's degree preferred Valid Texas educational aide certificate or will obtain
Special Knowledge and Skills Knowledge of PBIS practices, behavior expectations, and reinforcement systems preferred Ability to work well with children and adolescents Ability to communicate effectively Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism Ability to implement behavior supports with fidelity as directed Ability to assist with data collection and documentation related to student behavior
Experience Some experience working with children Experience supporting student behavior preferred
Major Responsibilities and Duties
PBIS Behavior Support
• Support implementation of campus PBIS expectations, routines, and reinforcement systems (e.g., acknowledgements, incentives, tracking) • Provide positive redirection and reinforcement of expected behaviors in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, bus areas, and other campus settings • Assist with small-group or individual behavior skill-building as directed, helping students practice appropriate replacement behaviors • Support students during escalation by using approved de-escalation strategies and calling for administrative support as needed, following campus procedures • Supervise and support students assigned to behavior interventions (e.g., restorative reflection, re-teach of expectations, structured check-ins) • Implement components of student behavior plans (e.g., check-in/check-out, behavior contracts, point sheets) under the direction of campus administration and/or certified staff
Instructional Support
• Provide instruction to students under the direction of the teacher • Work with individual students or small groups to support engagement and success • Assist the teacher with PBIS-aligned classroom routines, visual supports, and behavior reinforcement systems • Assist the teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays as assigned • Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom • Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment • Help the teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports as assigned
Student Management Documentation
• Make the teacher/administrator aware of special needs or problems of individual students • Assist with collecting and organizing behavior data (e.g., tracking forms, point sheets, referral documentation) as assigned • Communicate observations to the teacher and/or administrator regarding student behavior patterns, triggers, and progress • Maintain student confidentiality in all communications and documentation
Other
• Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance (e.g., PBIS de-escalation, student supports) • Participate in faculty meetings and special events as assigned • Perform duties as required by federal guidelines • Other duties as assigned
Supervisory Responsibilities None
Mental Demands Physical Demands Environmental Factors Tools and Equipment Used
• Standard office equipment, including computer and peripherals • Standard instructional equipment • Posture: Moderate standing, occasional kneeling, squatting, bending, and stooping • Motion: Moderate walking, lifting (regular, light lifting and carrying less than 15 pounds) • Environment: Work inside and outside, exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather, exposure to noise