Behavior Support Assistant

Behavior Support Assistant

School Year 2023-2024

Benton Harbor Charter School Academy believes that the most significant learning occurs where trust and love for one another are the foundation. As you enter the doors, you can feel the passion and caring community exude from the academy. Students, staff and parents are committed to a safe environment where all believe that students belong in the most rigorous studies and are destined for success.

A successful candidate for this position has:

• An unwavering belief that all children regardless of their background can learn and exceed at high levels.
• A strong desire to achieve outstanding results in the pursuit of excellence for students.
• The ability to build strong relationships with staff, students, and families to build trust and rapport within the school community.
• The willingness to be a humble change agent.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.

As the Behavior Support Assistant, your core responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:

ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Enforces the school policies and procedures.
• Utilizes appropriate disciplinary procedures and techniques in accordance with the school site discipline plan.
• Responsible for all safety rules and their enforcement on school grounds.
• Have knowledge of all emergency procedures.
• Responsible for their work area (i.e. sweeping and removing trash).
• Maintains open lines of communication with all staff.
• Maintains awareness of, and implements, all site playground rules and regulations.
• Supervises and monitors students during assigned playground, hallway and lunchroom supervision periods.
• Reports any unsafe playground conditions, including equipment, to the school leader immediately.
• Maintains and contributes to a clean, attractive, and orderly environment.
• Assumes responsibility for the safe condition of outdoor structures.
• Assumes other responsibilities assigned by the school leader.

CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT SUPPORT:

• Helps the classroom teacher organize and distribute lesson materials.
• Assists the classroom teacher in supporting instruction and engaging students in learning.
• Uses resources effectively to support learning activities in the classroom, the Academy, and the community under the direction of the classroom teacher.
• Demonstrates exceptional classroom techniques, which include the art of questioning, clarity of assignments, communicating an atmosphere of mutual respect, independent thought and expression, and student and classroom teacher experiences in large and small groups.
• Assists the classroom teacher with assessing learner needs, progress and achievement.
• Assists the classroom teacher in maintaining individual student records, when asked.
• Assumes other responsibilities assigned by the classroom teacher or Principal.
• Implement behavior interventions with students as needed using approved behavioral strategies and positive reinforcements to de-escalate negative behaviors.
• Assist students with appropriate peer and adult social behaviors.
• Assist students with following routines and transitions for the purpose of providing proactive support to diminish negative student behaviors.
• Escort, monitor and maintain supervision of students as assigned within a variety of school environments such as to and from events, classes, lunch, and other activities as needed according to approved policies and procedures.
• Confer, as needed, with teacher(s) and other staff concerning behavioral supports. Inform teacher(s) of any pertinent information concerning students.
• Direct students into safe activities and functions.
• Assist a teacher in implementing lesson plans by providing positive encouragement for student persistence.
• Assist the school team in behavioral planning and implementing strategies to address students with school avoidance behavior.
• Perform related duties as assigned that support the overall objective of the position.

Job Goal: To play a pivotal role in creating a positive and effective learning environment by excelling in behavior management and support, providing valuable assistance in classroom instruction, overseeing student supervision, and implementing targeted behavior interventions, as assigned by the school leader. The aim is to contribute significantly to the overall well-being and success of students by fostering a safe and inclusive atmosphere. Through collaborative efforts with teachers, staff, and administrators, the goal is to establish and maintain a comprehensive system of behavior management that supports positive student behavior, enhances classroom instruction, and ensures a secure and conducive learning environment.

Essential Skills and Competencies: While we will consider a broad range of backgrounds, the ideal candidate would have the following qualifications/experience:

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have a clean background check.
• Passed a physical exam to certify being in good health and drug free.
• Solid record of punctuality verified by background check.

Desired Qualifications:

• Demonstrates aptitude and competence for assigned responsibilities.
• Ability to work effectively with school personnel and students in a diverse school community.
• Knowledge and skills working with students from all backgrounds.

Work Location:455 Riverview Dr, Benton Harbor, MI 49022

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Choice Schools offers a full comprehensive benefits plan, including health care, a competitive 401(K) plan, professional development, and much more. View our benefits options here - https://choiceschools.com/careers/careers-choice-experience/

Please contact Nadia Samaha, nadiasamaha@choiceschools.com with any questions.

Working for Choice Schools Associates

Benton Harbor Charter School Academy is part of the Choice Schools Community. As a comprehensive education service provider, Choice Schools offers a student-centered approach to tailored school operations support. Much like a superintendent's office, Choice Schools provides invaluable assistance in various crucial areas, including instruction, professional development, curriculum, human resources, finance, compliance, communications, and enrollment. By being a part of the Choice Schools Scholar Model, Benton Harbor Charter School Academy is a vibrant community of learning, comprised of multiple other outstanding scholar schools within the state. The Scholar Model will provide you with the support and collaboration of a large district while serving at a tight-knit community school in your area.

Choice Schools Associates is an equal opportunity employer. Choice Schools Associates does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, national or ethnic background. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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