Paraprofessional – CONNECT Behavior Intervention Program (K-2)

Reports To: Building Principal

Position Overview: Farmington School District is hiring a dedicated Behavior Intervention Paraprofessional to support our new K-2 CONNECT program at Roosevelt Elementary. Working under the direct supervision of the CONNECT Lead Teacher, the Paraprofessional plays a vital role in providing individualized, direct behavioral and academic support for students experiencing extreme behaviors. Grounded in Conscious Discipline, this position helps maintain a calm, safe, and structured environment where students learn core regulation and social-emotional skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct Student Support: Assist the Lead Teacher in facilitating daily self-regulation routines, coregulation techniques, and positive behavior strategies for K-2 students.
• Instructional Assistance: Work 1-on-1 or in small groups to support academic task completion and help students build work stamina.
• De-escalation & Safety: Utilize trauma-informed de-escalation practices to safely support students experiencing behavioral crises and maintain a secure classroom space.
• Data Collection: Assist in tracking behavior data, replacement behaviors, and student progress throughout the school day.
• Core CONNECT Values: Model and support the program's primary objectives: Communication, Ownership of choices, Nurturing, Navigating challenges, Emotional regulation, Coping skills, and Teamwork.
• Transition Support: Provide encouragement and behavioral reinforcement as students prepare and begin transitioning back into their regular classrooms.

Qualifications & Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required (Associate Degree, 60+ college credit hours, passing score on the Paraprofessional Assessment or 20 hour substitute teacher training program).
• Substitute Certificate
• Experience working with elementary-aged children, specifically those with behavioral, emotional, or developmental challenges, preferred.
• Knowledge of or willingness to be trained in Conscious Discipline and crisis de-escalation techniques.
• Patience, high emotional intelligence, resilience, and the ability to remain calm under high-stress situations.
• Ability to follow behavioral intervention plans (BIPs) and work collaboratively as part of an educational team.
• Other duties as assigned.

This position is for 2026-2027 School year.

The District reserves the right to close this posting when a suitable applicant is found.