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Autism Paraprofessional•Behavior Support (ABA-Aligned) / North Hartsville Elementary School
Darlington County School District
North Hartsville Elementary•Hartsville, South Carolina This job is also posted in
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Job Details
Job ID:
5852128
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Posted:
Yesterday
Job Description
Description:
Autism Paraprofessional•Behavior Support (ABA-Aligned)
190-day position
Base Salary:
$21,874 based on education and
teacher assistant experience
Location:
North Hartsville Elementary School Available:
2026-2027 School Year
•Negative TB test result must be on file prior to starting work
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
Position Summary:
The Behavior Support Paraprofessional provides targeted behavioral and functional skill support
to students with identified needs, utilizing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA•aligned strategies.
This position supports students within general and special education classroom settings and
facilitates small group instruction focused on functional, social, and behavioral goals. The
paraprofessional collaborates with teachers, special education staff, and related service
providers to implement individualized plans and promote student independence and success
across school environments.
This role requires travel between multiple school sites within a designated geographical area.
Responsible To:
Principal
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Implement instructional strategies aligned with ABA principles under the supervision of the district Autism Coordinating Teacher.
Provide supervision of students at all times.
Adhere to district dress code policies.
Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
Provide direct support to students in classroom settings to increase engagement, task completion, and appropriate social interactions.
Collect and record data on student behavior, progress toward goals, and intervention effectiveness.
Use evidence-based strategies such as prompting, reinforcement, modeling, and task analysis.
Support de-escalation and crisis intervention using trained, approved techniques.
Collaborate with teachers, behavior specialists, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure consistency of interventions.
Assist with development and preparation of instructional and behavior support materials.
Promote independence by fading supports appropriately over time.
Maintain confidentiality and adhere to all district, state, and federal regulations.
Other duties as assigned
Travel Requirements:
Provide services across multiple school sites within the assigned geographic area.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to implement small group instruction and individualized supports under supervision of the Autism Coordinating Teacher
Strong organizational and data collection skills
Flexibility to adapt to different school environments and student needs
Commitment to student dignity, inclusion, and positive behavior supports
Work Environment:
School-based settings including general education classrooms, special education classrooms, and small group instructional spaces
May involve supporting students with challenging behaviors, including physical movement and active supervision
A complete application packet must be submitted through the online application system prior to the closing date in order to be considered for this position. ALL of the following requirements must be submitted before the posted deadline:
1. Classified Employment Application
2. Three (3) Classified Employment References (Included in Application and will be emailed to references)
3. Copy of qualifying credentials as listed above a.) College Degree or Transcript showing sixty (60) or more credit hours
OR
b.) High School Diploma or equivalent AND WIN or Parapro
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable
For DCSD Employees:
In addition to the application packet, a "Request to Interview for Transfer" form must be submitted for approval (available on the website, in the schools, and at Department of Human Resources).
NOTE:
It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that all required application documents are submitted prior to the posted deadline. An incomplete application will render the applicant ineligible.
CLOSING DATE
UNTIL FILLED
The District reserves the right at any time to extend the deadline without notice and without final consideration of any pending application.
