Behavior Manager

Title: Student Support (Behavior) Manager - Special Education

Position Type: Full-time

Location: Fairfax, Virginia

What we do and offer our team:

PHILLIPS PROGRAMS Schools are private special education day schools for children with emotional and behavioral needs. PHILLIPS has a unique approach to special education. Our programs provide a place of relationship and belonging where students can be accepted; treated with compassion and respect. We offer competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package, opportunities for professional growth, and a warm and friendly environment that lives our values. In addition, our staff are eligible for the Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program!

What the Student Support Man

What the Student Support Manager does:

• Develop and oversee individualized and group behavior support programs designed to improve student outcomes.
• Consult with educational teams to identify behavioral concerns and develop function-based interventions and positive behavior support strategies.
• Conduct behavioral assessments and utilize data to develop and revise Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs).
• Provide direct behavioral support to students, including crisis prevention, crisis intervention, social-emotional skill development, reinforcement strategies, and behavior coaching.
• Participate in student meetings, including IEP meetings, review meetings, re-entry meetings, and other student support meetings.
• Train, coach, and support teachers and support staff on research-based behavior management strategies and interventions.
• Provide ongoing consultation, feedback, and monitoring to ensure behavior plans are implemented with fidelity.
• Assist with interviewing, supervising, and evaluating behavior staff and Dedicated Aides.
• Support behavioral programming through staff coaching, training, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Monitor compliance with local, state, and federal regulations related to behavior interventions and emergency procedures.
• Analyze behavioral data to strengthen programs and improve student outcomes.
• Collaborate with families, LEA representatives, transportation providers, and community partners regarding student progress and behavioral needs.
• Participate in student referral and intake processes, including file reviews, intake meetings, and placement recommendations.
• Serve as a member of the school leadership team and support school-wide behavioral initiatives.

What the Student Support Manager brings to the team:

• Advanced degree in Psychology, Education, Behavior Analysis, or a related field.
• Minimum of three years of experience in behavior analysis, behavior intervention, crisis prevention/intervention, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of functional behavior assessment, behavior intervention planning, and therapeutic school environments.
• Demonstrated experience using data to guide decision-making and improve student outcomes.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.
• BCBA credential preferred.
• Experience supervising staff and supporting quality improvement initiatives preferred.
• Experience working with students with emotional, behavioral, and developmental disabilities preferred.