Behavior Support Specialist (Certified)

Overview

Collaborate with school staff, teachers, and leaders to support students with intensive behavioral needs. Realize the joy of possibility as you provide customized behavior support and utilize positive behavioral intervention. You will play an essential role as part of a multidisciplinary team in delivering holistic guidance.

Responsibilities

Work with a diverse group of students from varying developmental, cultural, ethnic, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Provide consistent monitoring and support throughout the school site (e.g., in classrooms, transition areas, etc.).
Create and implement Positive Behavior Support Plans and Skill Acquisition Programs
Record, track, provide documentation of behavioral incidents, and analyze progress toward goals to complete quarterly progress reports
Utilize positive behavioral intervention and support strategies and school site incentive programs.
Implement de-escalation techniques, crisis management, and physical intervention if necessary to maintain the safety of students and staff.
Foster a positive and inclusive environment that encourages the development of appropriate social and behavioral skills.
Work in collaboration with interdisciplinary team members to develop differentiated support for students with more intensive needs.
Participate in the debriefing process with staff after challenging behavior/crisis situations.
Facilitate communication with parents.
Conduct assessments such as Functional Behavior Assessments, VB MAPP, and Essentials for Living
Attend IEP Meetings
Provide supervision and ongoing professional development to behavior technicians

Qualifications

Master’s degree in a related field is required
Behavior Specialist License required
Experience working in an educational setting implementing behavioral interventions for students with intensive behavioral needs.
Emotional consistency and resilience to handle stressful situations in a composed and positive manner.
Flexibility and willingness to jump in and support where needed to ensure the safety and well-being of staff and students.
Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) Certification
Report to work on time
Sign in and out of the office daily
Attend faculty meetings
Uphold school vision and mission
Participate as a member of the Graham Academy community
Provide positive and constructive feedback to peers
Do not speak negatively about colleagues, students, families or third parties
Uphold student privacy and integrity
Refrain from having conversations around students instead of engaging with students
Upholding appropriate role modeling for students
Show interest and care to all students
Use Active listening skills
Make student safety a priority - know student allergies
Be consistent with students and peers in upholding school expectations for all students and community
Meet all deadlines
Be present with your efforts

Posted Salary Range

Starting from USD $65,000.00/Yr.
Physical Requirements

Ability to run short distances and move swiftly in response to student needs, including bending, kneeling, and crouching.

Ability to lift and assist students with mobility challenges, often requiring the handling of up to 50 pounds or more.

Skill in managing fine motor tasks, such as helping students with writing, manipulating small objects, or using adaptive devices.

Ability to operate a computer or tablet for up to 8 hours daily.

Capacity to notice and respond to non-verbal cues from students.

Capacity to remain calm and composed during physically and emotional demanding situations, ensuring student safety and well-being.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.