Paraprofessional - Behavioral - TMS - Apply 9/17/2026

Multiple Positions

ALABASTER CITY SCHOOLS

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: PARAPROFESSIONAL - BEHAVIORAL (Note: These positions may require re-assignment to various schools throughout the school year as the need arises.) (Please refer to posted vacancy for specific locations)

QUALIFICATIONS

• 1. High school graduate or equivalent (GED) and academic competency in basic skills.

2. For Title I or Title I Targeted Assistance Program Schools Only:

• a. Must hold an Associate’s Degree (or)
• b. Have completed a minimum of 48 semester hours of study at a regionally accredited institution of higher education. (or)
• c. Have successfully completed the Alabama State Board of Education approved WORKKEYS test.
• 3. Adequate strength and dexterity to perform all required tasks including lifting, stooping, and bending.
• 4. Ability to maintain good interpersonal relationships.
• 5. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Education may find appropriate and acceptable.

REPORTS TO:

• Coordinator of Exceptional Education

• Principal

• Assigned Teachers

• JOB GOAL: To assist school personnel in consistently implementing behavior support plans of children with severe behavior impairments.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• 1. To understand and assist in upholding school rules, policies, and procedures.
• 2. To participate in the efficient and effective operation of the school as directed by the
• principal.
• 3. To respect the confidentiality of information pertaining to students and staff.
• 4. To assist in fostering positive student attitudes toward citizenship, self-discipline,
• morality, and patriotism.

DUTIES

• 1. Be regular and punctual in attendance.
• 2. Plan regularly with assigned teacher and behavior specialist.
• 3. Implement and monitor behavior plans developed by the IEP team.
• 4. Provide behavioral support in all locations and in transit to include the school bus.
• 5. Work with individuals and small groups of students as assigned.
• 6. Assist the teacher in student testing activities as assigned.
• 7. Keep charts and records of students' performances and accomplishments as assigned.
• 8. Assist the teacher in preparing materials necessary for a positive learning environment.
• 9. Perform clerical tasks including inventory, filing, and typing, operate audiovisual equipment, and care for equipment and materials.
• 10. Assist teacher with basic physical needs of students.
• 11. Take all the necessary precautions to provide for the safety and welfare of students.
• 12. Attend and participate in individual, school, and system professional development activities.
• 13. Maintain a cooperative working relationship with school staff, parents, and community.
• 14. Promote good public relations for school system with the general public.
• 15. Maintain the confidentiality of all school-related business.
• 16. Be familiar with and follow Board of Education policies.
• 17. Perform other reasonable duties during school necessary to the safe and effective operation of the school when assigned by the principal.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• 1. Certified or willing to become certified as a trainer in Prevention and Management of Aggressive Behavior.
• 2. Ability to follow and provide oral or written instructions.
• 3. Ability to maintain good interpersonal relationships.
• 4. Adequate strength and dexterity to perform all required tasks, including lifting a minimum of 100 pounds, restraining and running.

• TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 187-day contract. Salary according to appropriate current schedule. Non-exempt employee.

• EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy.

• SALARY: Appropriate placement on current salary schedule.