ESS Behavior Technician
Young World Physical Education, Phoenix, AZ, United States
ESS Behavior Technician
Maricopa Unified School District #20, DESERT WIND MIDDLE SCHOOL – Maricopa, Arizona
Job Details
Job ID:
5515867
Application Deadline:
Apr 24, 2026 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time)
Re-Posted:
Apr 16, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:
Immediately
Job Description
Position Description:
Behavior Technician – Exceptional Student Services
Salary:
Approved Classified Compensation Plan (Education and Experience)
General Statement of Responsibilities:
The Behavior Technician provides support to the classroom teacher and is responsible for providing academic and behavioral support to students by keeping them on-task and following the behavior plan established by the IEP team. The Behavioral Technician assists with the implementation of written positive behavior support plans as directed by the ED-P certificated staff, including one-on-one behavioral interventions and skill development activities. Services are provided to children with challenging behaviors ages 5 through 21 in the classroom and/or on school transportation as needed.
Principal and Essential Functions
Ensure students get from school transportation to the classroom and back in the afternoon.
Assist teacher in implementing classroom management and social skill training, including one-on-one student assistance as needed.
Provide academic and behavioral support to students, providing positive reinforcement across all environments.
Develop students' self-responsibility for behavior at school and at home.
Maintain accurate reports on students and their behavioral needs to assess each student's improvement.
Assist with developing lesson plans and activities to meet students' needs for teaching academic skills such as reading comprehension, math, and spelling.
Prepare charts and graphs as needed, complete and maintain data sheets daily.
Periodically report teacher/student progress or concerns to the ED-P counselors.
Work with staff members to enhance and ensure students receive quality educational support.
Maintain knowledge of individuals, their health/medical needs, and their service plans.
Provide support as scheduled and as outlined in each Individual Education Plan and assist the individual in achieving their goals.
Maintain an accurate record of services delivered for MIPS billing.
Document data and notes to adequately show individual's progress toward IEP goals.
Ensure that the certificated staff is informed of events impacting individuals receiving support and services.
Complete a minimum of 45 hours of training every 3 years in continuing education related to children with developmental disabilities and challenging behavior.
Other duties as directed.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This role frequently requires stooping, reaching, standing, walking, lifting, pulling, pushing, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions. Employees may frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, and the ability to adjust focus. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands and interact with the public and other staff.
Education and Experience:
High School Diploma/GED and meets the State and Federal guidelines for a highly-qualified paraprofessional (PRAXIS or Work Keys test accepted, or Associate’s degree, or 60 college credits). Bilingual preferred. Valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
The Maricopa Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age or sexual orientation in admission and access to its programs, services, activities, or in any aspect of their operations and provides equal access to Scouting America and other designated youth groups. The Maricopa Unified School District also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices.
Job Requirements
Citizenship, residency or work visa required.
Contact Information
DESERT WIND MIDDLE SCHOOL
Phone: (520) 568-7110
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Maricopa Unified School District #20, DESERT WIND MIDDLE SCHOOL – Maricopa, Arizona
Job Details
Job ID:
5515867
Application Deadline:
Apr 24, 2026 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time)
Re-Posted:
Apr 16, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:
Immediately
Job Description
Position Description:
Behavior Technician – Exceptional Student Services
Salary:
Approved Classified Compensation Plan (Education and Experience)
General Statement of Responsibilities:
The Behavior Technician provides support to the classroom teacher and is responsible for providing academic and behavioral support to students by keeping them on-task and following the behavior plan established by the IEP team. The Behavioral Technician assists with the implementation of written positive behavior support plans as directed by the ED-P certificated staff, including one-on-one behavioral interventions and skill development activities. Services are provided to children with challenging behaviors ages 5 through 21 in the classroom and/or on school transportation as needed.
Principal and Essential Functions
Ensure students get from school transportation to the classroom and back in the afternoon.
Assist teacher in implementing classroom management and social skill training, including one-on-one student assistance as needed.
Provide academic and behavioral support to students, providing positive reinforcement across all environments.
Develop students' self-responsibility for behavior at school and at home.
Maintain accurate reports on students and their behavioral needs to assess each student's improvement.
Assist with developing lesson plans and activities to meet students' needs for teaching academic skills such as reading comprehension, math, and spelling.
Prepare charts and graphs as needed, complete and maintain data sheets daily.
Periodically report teacher/student progress or concerns to the ED-P counselors.
Work with staff members to enhance and ensure students receive quality educational support.
Maintain knowledge of individuals, their health/medical needs, and their service plans.
Provide support as scheduled and as outlined in each Individual Education Plan and assist the individual in achieving their goals.
Maintain an accurate record of services delivered for MIPS billing.
Document data and notes to adequately show individual's progress toward IEP goals.
Ensure that the certificated staff is informed of events impacting individuals receiving support and services.
Complete a minimum of 45 hours of training every 3 years in continuing education related to children with developmental disabilities and challenging behavior.
Other duties as directed.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This role frequently requires stooping, reaching, standing, walking, lifting, pulling, pushing, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions. Employees may frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, and the ability to adjust focus. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands and interact with the public and other staff.
Education and Experience:
High School Diploma/GED and meets the State and Federal guidelines for a highly-qualified paraprofessional (PRAXIS or Work Keys test accepted, or Associate’s degree, or 60 college credits). Bilingual preferred. Valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
The Maricopa Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age or sexual orientation in admission and access to its programs, services, activities, or in any aspect of their operations and provides equal access to Scouting America and other designated youth groups. The Maricopa Unified School District also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices.
Job Requirements
Citizenship, residency or work visa required.
Contact Information
DESERT WIND MIDDLE SCHOOL
Phone: (520) 568-7110
#J-18808-Ljbffr