Behavior Strategist for Middle and High School

South Portland Middle and High School is seeking a dynamic professional to provide support and leadership and build the capacity of our special education teams with implementation of positive behavioral support plans and understanding of data collection/analysis. Strong collaboration and communication skills required. The ideal candidate would be a data-driven, student-centered professional that has successful experience working with teachers who support students a wide-range of disabilities in a variety of classroom settings. Key Areas of Expertise Strong foundational understanding of team-centered behavior planning Demonstrated ability to lead implementation of positive behavioral interventions for large group and individual students Deep understanding of and ability to conduct functional behavioral assessments Experience with collecting and analyzing data in order to inform programming Strong understanding of and training in trauma-informed practices and SEL intervention curriculums Experience with students with intellectual and developmental disabilities Knowledge of and experience with support MTSS programming Experience with consulting/training other teachers and teams in best practices Strong knowledge of federal and state special education laws Ability to support Tier 1 PBIS implementation, including whole-staff PD Ability to work and embed into classrooms working with students as needed Ability to support IEP related paperwork as needed State of Maine Children with Disabilities 282 (K-8) certification required, BCBA certification preferred. #J-18808-Ljbffr