Behavior Support Specialist- Becky-David Elementary

Position Type:
Support Staff/Behavior Support Specialist

Date Posted:
5/28/2026

Location:
Becky-David Elementary

Closing Date:
06/08/2026
Position Type Full-Time, Monday through Friday

Salary $19.09

Hours 8:50 am - 4:10 pm


Reports To Building Administrator

About Us

The Francis Howell School District (FHSD) is dedicated to creating a positive and effective learning environment. We are committed to attracting and retaining top professionals who are passionate about student success and well-being.

Job Summary

To provide behavioral support to students, implement and monitor behavior intervention plans, and offer guidance to staff to improve student behavior and social-emotional skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Student Support:
  • Provide behavioral support and intervention for students.
  • Implement and monitor individualized behavior intervention plans.
  • Offer one-on-one or small group support for behavior issues.
  • Respond to and manage crisis situations involving students.

• Teacher & Staff Coaching:
  • Coach teachers on behavior management strategies.
  • Train staff in behavior intervention techniques and safety practices.

• Behavior Management:
  • Supervise students during transitions and daily activities.
  • Guide students in developing interpersonal skills and problem-solving strategies.
  • Maintain and track records of student behavior and progress.

• Collaboration & Compliance:
  • Collaborate with behavior intervention teams and participate in Student of Concern (SOC) meetings.
  • Adhere to health, safety, and regulatory guidelines.
  • Manage reporting of child abuse and neglect cases.

• Additional Duties:
  • Participate in workshops and meetings to stay updated on best practices.
  • Perform other related tasks as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Relevant job-related education or 60 hours of college credit.

• Experience: Job-related experience with increasing levels of responsibility is preferred.

• Skills: Data tracking, behavior intervention, de-escalation techniques, and record-keeping.

• Knowledge: Child development, behavior management, safety procedures, and relevant regulations.

• Abilities: Manage multiple tasks, adapt to changing priorities, solve problems, and work with diverse individuals.

Benefits

FHSD offers a comprehensive employer-paid benefits package to eligible employees including:

• Medical and dental plan options
• Vision coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• District-paid basic life insurance ($75,000)
• District-paid Short Term Disability
• Paid holidays

Family coverage, long-term disability, and additional life insurance options are available at the employee's expense.

We look forward to receiving your application and potentially welcoming you to the FHSD!

Attachment(s):

• Behavior Support Specialist.pdf