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Job Title: Behavioral Aide for 2026-2027 School Year Location: West Central Education District Beacon (Setting IV) Program located in Melrose, MN Reports To : Program Administrator Position Overview: The position is responsible for working with the special education teacher to support students behavioral and academic needs. Duties include, but are not limited to: Essential Functions: Interacting with students according to their Individual Education Plan including their Positive Behavior Support Plan Provide Academic/Behavior Interventions Supports students with engagement, independent skills, promotes age appropriate self management skills including problem solving, decision making, communication, social skills, conflict resolution, and emotion management. Monitor Academic/Behavior Benchmark Assessments Support and Track Behavior Assists individual skill development in dressing, eating, toileting, and other daily living skills. Promotes a safe learning environment; using de-escalation techniques, motivational strategies Plan and lead social skill group sessions and specials (arts and crafts, motor activities, etc) under the direction of certified staff Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Ability to demonstrate confidentiality Ability to physically restrain a student if behavior escalates to potentially unsafe level Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships Ability to effectively and professionally communicate in writing and verbally Ability to work with students individually and in groups Ability to use technology Position Details: Hours 7:45-3:15 Compensation Internal candidates: Per the Non-Certified Employment Agreement External candidates: Range $18.12-$22.98 Qualifications High school diploma Valid driver?s license Certification as Highly Qualified To Apply: Internal Candidates: Email Vanessa Hoffarth to express interest in the open position. External candidates: Email the completed job application , letter of interest, resume, and contact information for 2 references to Vanessa Hoffarth, vhoffarth@wced6026.org . Posting Deadline: Position is open until filled.