About this opportunity
Wayne County Schools Employment Network lists this MTSS Behavior Paraprofessional opportunity in wayne, Michigan. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Position Type:
Student Support Services/Behavior Specialist
Date Posted:
8/3/2026
Location:
Main Building
Date Available:
08/17/2026
District:
Advanced Technology Academy
POSITION: MTSS Behavior Paraprofessional - 31a Funded
SUPERVISOR: Principals, in conjunction with the MTSS Coordinator
This position operates strictly as an instructional and behavioral paraprofessional, completely free of administrative, supervisory, or disciplinary duties. This non-administrative role allows the paraprofessional to focus entirely on direct student intervention, and building-level system support.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Support students with academic and behavioral challenges funded under Section 31a of the Michigan State School Aid Act, helping implement multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS) and positive behavior interventions.
DUTIES:
Behavioral Support: Implement individual Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), use de-escalation techniques, and promote Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS).
Supervise dedicated reflection rooms or positive behavior centers focused on alternatives to suspension.
Administer one-to-one or small group behavior interventions based on Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) strategies.
College & Career Readiness Support: Work with students in a lab setting on ACT Workkeys and other platforms focused on College & Career Readiness Essential Skills and Executive Functioning Skills.
Data Collection: Track and record student behavior, progress monitoring metrics, and academic engagement data.
Student Supervision: Monitor student transitions, lunch, and recess while actively coaching appropriate social skills and self-regulation.
Perform other duties and responsibilities related to literacy and instruction in all content areas as assigned by the supervisor, as allowable under grant regulations.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: High school diploma required; plus an Associate degree, 60 college credit hours, or a passing score on an approved paraprofessional test - ACT Workkeys.. Certifications: Preferred CPR, First Aid, and Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) certifications.
Clearance: Clear criminal background check and fingerprinting prior to hire.
Progress Monitoring Quarterly Requirements 31a Behavior Logs - Number / Students
Caseload documentation for MTSS targeted students: number of sessions and activities
Mastery of Behavior Goals tied to MTSS Tracking
Attendance Data
Core Academic Grades as Available
Sessions of Whole Class / Group Strategies
College & Career Readiness Documentation
Worksite address
wayne, MI, 48184, US
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