Autism Paraprofessional - Behavior Support (ABA-Aligned) / North Hartsville Elementary School

Description:    Autism Paraprofessional - Behavior Support (ABA-Aligned)
                                190-day position  
                                Base Salary:   $21,874  based on education and
                                              teacher assistant experience 

Location: North Hartsville Elementary School    
Available: 2026-2027 School Year

                            *Negative TB test result must be on file prior to starting work

FLSA Status:  Non-Exempt
 

Position Summary:
              The Behavior Support Paraprofessional provides targeted behavioral and functional skill support
              to students with identified needs, utilizing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)-aligned strategies.
              This position supports students within general and special education classroom settings and
              facilitates small group instruction focused on functional, social, and behavioral goals. The
              paraprofessional collaborates with teachers, special education staff, and related service
              providers to implement individualized plans and promote student independence and success
              across school environments.
              This role requires travel between multiple school sites within a designated geographical area.

        
Responsible To:  Principal 

 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

•  Implement instructional strategies aligned with ABA principles under the supervision of the district Autism Coordinating Teacher.
• Provide supervision of students at all times.
• Adhere to district dress code policies.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Provide direct support to students in classroom settings to increase engagement, task completion, and appropriate social interactions.
• Collect and record data on student behavior, progress toward goals, and intervention effectiveness.
• Use evidence-based strategies such as prompting, reinforcement, modeling, and task analysis.
• Support de-escalation and crisis intervention using trained, approved techniques.
• Collaborate with teachers, behavior specialists, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure consistency of interventions.
• Assist with development and preparation of instructional and behavior support materials.
• Promote independence by fading supports appropriately over time.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to all district, state, and federal regulations.
• Other duties as assigned  

Travel Requirements:

•  Provide services across multiple school sites within the assigned geographic area.
          

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
         

• Ability to implement small group instruction and individualized supports under supervision of the Autism Coordinating Teacher
• Strong organizational and data collection skills
• Flexibility to adapt to different school environments and student needs
• Commitment to student dignity, inclusion, and positive behavior supports

Work Environment:         

• School-based settings including general education classrooms, special education classrooms, and small group instructional spaces
• May involve supporting students with challenging behaviors, including physical movement and active supervision

A complete application packet must be submitted through the online application system prior to the closing date in order to be considered for this position.  ALL of the following requirements must be submitted before the posted deadline:

          1.  Classified Employment Application
          2.  Three (3) Classified Employment References (Included in Application and will be emailed to references)
          3.  Copy of qualifying credentials as listed above