Position Title: Behavior Support Assistant
Reports To: Principal and/or Designee
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Terms of Employment: 10 months
Pay Grade: According to RCS Classified Salary Schedule

GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB

The Student Support Specialist serves as the on-site supervisor for a classroom of students. This individual ensures a safe, structured, and supportive learning environment by managing the physical classroom space and assisting students with academic and behavioral needs. The specialist collaborates closely with teachers and school staff to promote student success.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Providing personal coaching and evidence-based support services to promote prosocial classroom behaviors and improved school engagement
Supervising and managing a classroom of students
Documenting attendance, participation, behavior, and student needs daily
Participating in student support team meetings and communicating student needs
Assisting with transitions, lunch, recess, and arrival/dismissal
Maintaining confidentiality and adhering to ethical standards
Engaging in ongoing professional development
Performing other duties as assigned

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

Associate’s degree or 48 semester hours from an accredited college required
Experience in an educational or behavioral setting preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Ability to supervise students and manage classroom environments independently
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to address both academic and behavioral needs effectively
Knowledge of behavior management strategies and educational technology
Familiarity with student support resources and services

This job description is intended to accurately reflect the duties, responsibilities and requirements of the position. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position. Management and administration reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary.

Special Requirement: The ability to obtain and maintain a valid North Carolina school bus driver's license may be required as a condition of employment for certain assignments within this classification. Assignment requirements are determined by school and district operational needs and may change at any time. Employees may be assigned, reassigned, or transferred to positions requiring bus-driving responsibilities and, when directed by the district, will be expected to obtain and maintain the required licensure within established timelines.