Job Class: (s10q) Itinerant Behavior Intervention Services (BIS) Paraeducator

Salary Range: $31.52 - $36.87/hourly

Calendar: Part-Time (0.75 FTE) / School Term

Who We Are

The San Francisco Unified School District (SFUSD) is the seventh largest school district in California, serving more than 50,000 students who speak more than 44 documented languages across 130 schools in the city of San Francisco every year. We aim for every student who attends SFUSD schools to discover his or her spark, along with a strong sense of self and purpose, and that all students graduate from high school ready for college and career, and equipped with the skills, capacities and dispositions outlined in SFUSD’s Graduate Profile. Every day in our quest to achieve this mission we provide each and every student the quality instruction and equitable support required to thrive in the 21^st century.

What It Means to Work Here

The SFUSD community is unified by our Core Values:

Student-centered: We put students’ needs first
Fearless: We persist through challenges
United: We celebrate and build on each other’s strengths
Social Justice: We stand with those most vulnerable in our community
Diversity-driven: We respect and seek to understand each person

We are also inspired by Vision, Values and Guardrails which captures our aspirations and vision for the future of public education in San Francisco. Alongside the District’s strategic plan. SFUSD is reimagining how public education will change over the next decade to meet the dynamic future of San Francisco. As a CORE district, SFUSD is also a leader in critical systems change for more comprehensive school accountability and innovations that help strengthen the instructional core, which is the foundation of our strategic plan and Vision 2026.

Who We Want

We want talented people from diverse backgrounds and experiences, who are inspired by our mission, steeped in equity, and who are motivated to unleash our children’s potential. We want people who are strong collaborators, skilled communicators, and problem solvers who are comfortable in a community of continuous learning.

Under supervision of a teacher/administrator, employees assist in developing and implementing programs, which promote positive relationships between parents, community representatives, and school personnel. The employee acts as liaison between parent and community groups, teachers and other employees of the San Francisco Unified School District for the purpose of providing information and developing a better understanding among these groups. The employee works with Instructional Aides and volunteers. Employee performs related duties as required.

Some positions may require conversational and written skills in a specific language(s) other than English related to the needs of the assignment. An ability to translate and adapt materials to and from English into that language(s) may also be required.

Some positions may require that the employee furnish a certificate of clearance from the Department of Motor Vehicles in order to meet District insurability.

Essential Duties

The duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to the job code/class and are not intended to be an inclusive or exhaustive list.

BIS Paraeducators support students with disabilities in accessing their educational program by implementing Behavior Intervention Services (BIS) aligned with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). Working under the direction of Behavior Analysts (e.g., BCBA), the BIS Paraeducator provides direct behavioral support to students individually or in small groups across school settings, implementing Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS), and other evidence-based strategies with consistency and fidelity. BIS Paraeducators follow established protocols for de-escalation and crisis response to support student and staff safety.

This role is focused on direct service delivery and implementation of behavioral supports and does not include general classroom instructional support, staff training, or coaching responsibilities. May demonstrate or model implementation of behavior strategies for consistency, as directed.

The BIS Paraeducator collects, records, and summarizes behavioral data aligned to IEP goals and behavior plans, and shares objective, data-based observations with their supervising Behavior Analyst.

As the Itinerant BIS Paraeducator, you will:

Provide Behavior Intervention Services (BIS) to students individually and/or in small groups as outlined in a student’s IEP
Implement Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS), and other evidence-based behavioral interventions aligned to student IEP goals
Support development of students’ social-emotional, behavioral, and self-regulation skills through direct implementation of interventions
Implement reinforcement systems and behavior supports as designed by Behavior Analysts
Collect, document, and report data on student behavior and progress toward IEP goals
Utilize SFUSD data systems, including SEIS and SHN Paradigm, to review IEPs and report services
Model behavior intervention strategies to support fidelity of implementation across settings and staff
Follow established protocols for de-escalation, crisis response, and implementation of approved emergency intervention techniques to maintain safety
Maintain compliance with SFUSD Professional Standards, safety procedures, and confidentiality requirements
Participate in ongoing related training as required and provided by the school district
Perform all related duties as assigned.

The strongest candidates will have:

Knowledge of San Francisco’s public schools/urban public schools and a passionate belief in SFUSD’s commitment to instructional leadership as a lever toward delivering on the SFUSD Graduate Profile
Strong analytics and systems thinking necessary to interpret data to inform goals and strategy, as well as build infrastructure where none exists
Ability to work effectively across multiple functions and roles within a complex organization
A proven record of effectively planning, organizing and using resources to take action and achieve goals
The ability to learn quickly and adapt as needed in a fast-paced environment
Outstanding organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail
A flexible, “can do” work ethic with a focus on identifying challenges and proactively working to find solutions while maintaining a bigger picture lens and focus on what can be delivered instead of what cannot be done
Excellent data analysis skills and experience synthesizing data to drive action steps
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective working relationships with senior level district staff and colleagues
Effective written and verbal communication and the ability to clearly communicate complex, bureaucratic processes to a variety of audiences
Ability to define and implement effective HR business practices
Ability to work effectively in difficult situations that involve confidential and sensitive matters
Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and GSuite (Google Docs, Slides, Sheets, Forms)

Minimum Qualifications

An Associates Degree or higher OR 48 college units and a High School Diploma OR passing of CBEST and a high school diploma OR passing of the instructional aide exam and high school diploma
One (1) year of successful experience working with students who have significant social-emotional and/or behavioral needs, i.e. direct student care or as an instructional aide working in a public school, nonpublic school or nonpublic agency setting

What We Offer

SFUSD offers a competitive salary of $31.52 - $36.87/hourly commensurate with experience in a similar position. We offer a comprehensive benefits plan including dental and vision plans, a defined benefit pension plan, disability, life insurance, flexible spending account options and vacation time. We also offer an inclusive and equity-centered environment where we encourage staff to bring their whole selves to work.

How to Apply

Visit https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/sfusd and create a new account to begin your application.
Visit careers.sf.gov and begin the application process.
You will be prompted to electronically attach a letter of interest, resume, list of professional references

and any applicable credentials or licenses

Our Human Resources team will then review your entire application to determine your eligibility status

and contact you directly should you move forward in the process

Verification

Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. If education verification is required, information on how to verify education requirements, including verifying foreign education credits or degree equivalency, can be found at http://sfdhr.org/how-verify-education-requirements.

Note: Falsifying one’s education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification from this and future job opportunities with the San Francisco Unified School District.

Non-Discrimination Policy

San Francisco Unified School District programs, activities, and practices shall be free from unlawful discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital or parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or gender expression; or on the basis of a person’s association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. This policy extends to San Francisco County Office of Education, including community school programs and activities.

For more information about the District's non-discrimination policy, please review Board Policy 4030.

S10Q Itinerant Behavior Intervention Services Paraeducator (0.75 FTE), Special Education Services