Behavior Specialist

Position Type:
Special Education/Behavior Specialist

Date Posted:
6/10/2026

Location:
Special Education Department
Job Title: Behavior Specialist


Exemption Status/Test: Exempt/Professional. Pay Scale AP3

Reports to: Executive Director of Special Education


Dept./School: District-Wide


Primary Purpose:

Provide support and training for teachers, staff, and parents to address and manage students with challenging behaviors.


Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Bachelor's degree from accredited university Valid Texas teaching certificate with required special education endorsements for assignments


Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of special needs of students in assigned area Knowledge of Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee process and Individual Education Plan (IEP) goal setting and implementation Knowledge of behavior and social skill intervention techniques and methodology Knowledge of how to complete Functional Behavioral Analysis (FBAs) Ability to work with students with pervasive developmental disabilities Ability to develop and deliver training to adult learners Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills


Experience:

Three (3) years of experience as a special education teacher, in related social work, or in work related to the certified field. Experience working with students including implementing behavior management strategies.

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