What does it mean to 'support behavior'?

Maintaining a positive and effective learning environment in which students feel safe and successful will make day-to-day classroom operations smoother and less stressful. Effective classroom environments enable staff and students to spend more time focusing on learning and less time navigating through challenges.  Paraeducators often work with students who struggle meeting expectations for classroom behavior. Supporting behavior may range from a universal approach (for all students) to a targeted/intensive approach (individualized) depending on the needs of the school, classroom, and students.  If a student has a behavior intervention plan (BIP), paraeducators may help to implement the plan. If the team needs documentation about how behavioral interventions are working, paraeducators may take notes throughout the day.  

First and foremost, in GGUSD, behavior support is positive, compassionate and should always preserve the dignity of the child.