Classroom Assistant | Montgomery, Texas

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Job Description

Step into a rewarding contract position where your compassion and dedication can make a difference each day. This full-time opportunity is ideal for an experienced paraprofessional interested in providing one-on-one support to a student with autism who exhibits self-harming behaviors. Working onsite, you'll be partnering closely with the student in a life skills setting, helping foster a positive, stable, and productive learning environment.

Key Qualifications:

• Experience as a paraprofessional, preferably supporting students with autism or self-regulating behaviors
• Ability to provide 1:1 assistance, employing empathy and evidence-based de-escalation strategies
• Strong communication skills to collaborate with teachers, specialists, and families
• Familiarity with life skills curriculum and accommodations
• Calm, patient, and adaptable under pressure
• High school diploma or equivalent required; relevant paraprofessional certification preferred

Core Responsibilities:

• Work directly with the designated student, ensuring safety and proactive management of self-harming behaviors
• Support instructional activities laid out by teaching staff, modifying as necessary to meet the students individualized needs
• Reinforce positive behavior interventions and coping techniques
• Track and document observations and student progress, communicating updates with the educational team
• Foster an inclusive, engaging, and supportive classroom environment
• Adapt flexibly to changing student and classroom needs

Benefits & Perks:

• Opportunity to support a students progress and well-being in a life-changing way
• Collaborative school environment dedicated to student success
• Professional development and mentorship

If you thrive in student-centered roles and are prepared to make a meaningful impact, apply today to embark on this fulfilling contract position. Your expertise can help guide a student toward greater independence and success!