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:

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

• Adequate strength and dexterity to perform all required tasks including lifting, stooping, and bending.
• Ability to maintain good interpersonal relationships.
• 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:

• To understand and assist in upholding school rules, policies, and procedures.
• To participate in the efficient and effective operation of the school as directed by the

principal.

• To respect the confidentiality of information pertaining to students and staff.
• To assist in fostering positive student attitudes toward citizenship, self-discipline,

morality, and patriotism.

DUTIES:

• Be regular and punctual in attendance.

• Plan regularly with assigned teacher and behavior specialist.

• Implement and monitor behavior plans developed by the IEP team.

• Provide behavioral support in all locations and in transit to include the school bus.

• Work with individuals and small groups of students as assigned.

• Assist the teacher in student testing activities as assigned.

• Keep charts and records of students' performances and accomplishments as assigned.

• Assist the teacher in preparing materials necessary for a positive learning environment.

• Perform clerical tasks including inventory, filing, and typing, operate audiovisual equipment, and care for equipment and materials.

• Assist teacher with basic physical needs of students.

• Take all the necessary precautions to provide for the safety and welfare of students.

• Attend and participate in individual, school, and system professional development activities.

• Maintain a cooperative working relationship with school staff, parents, and community.

• Promote good public relations for school system with the general public.

• Maintain the confidentiality of all school-related business.

• Be familiar with and follow Board of Education policies.

• 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:

• Certified or willing to become certified as a trainer in Prevention and Management of Aggressive Behavior.

• Ability to follow and provide oral or written instructions.

• Ability to maintain good interpersonal relationships.

• 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.