Behavior Specialist

Job TitleThe job title is not provided in the raw HTML. Please provide the job title for accurate formatting.Job DescriptionAssists teachers in writing and facilitating Functional Behavior Assessments and Behavior Intervention Plans/Committee for Academic and Behavioral Supports. Works with students whose behavior, school progress, and social skills indicates a need for assistance. Assists teachers in developing accommodations and modifications to meet student academic and behavioral needs. Maintains and analyzes accurate student behavioral data to assist committees in making informed decisions. Support Assists teachers and classroom assistants in self-contained classroom for students with Emotional Disabilities (ED) with classroom management, implementation of behavioral plans and community related activities. Participate as a Crisis Team member after being trained in the program for non-violent crisis intervention. Provides support for ED students who move from self-contained to inclusionary settings. Develops and facilitates social skills groups for students. Understands and models positive behavioral intervention supports. Possesses knowledge of procedures, policies and laws pertaining to special education. Consistently displays high standards of confidentiality. Possesses a working knowledge about community agencies and resources. Facilitates staff development sessions and parent focus groups. Ability to work flexible hours to accommodate parent meeting, conferences, and staff development. Consulting Consults with parents, teachers, and other school personnel to determine causes of problems and effect solutions. Provides behavior support and suggestions for classroom management. Serves as a resource for staff for social skills curriculum. Serves as consultant to school personnel regarding students or situations which are not referred for direct service. Meets regularly with building administrators to provide information regarding schoolwide behavioral trends and concerns.Qualifications and SkillsSkills Has the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, students, parents, the community, and administrative staff. Has the ability to demonstrate flexible and creative management of disciplinary issues. Work Environment While performing the responsibilities of this position, the work environment characteristics listed below are representative of the environment the employee will encounter: Usual office working conditions. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. No physical exertion required. Required to sit for long periods of time. Light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently as needed to move objects. FLSA Overtime Category Job is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act. Qualifications Demonstrates proficient experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Student Information System (SIS) and email communications. Minimum of one (1) to three (3) years' successful experience. Successful results of criminal and employment background check. Bachelor's degree (BA) from an accredited college or university or equivalent. Equivalent combination of education and experience. Possession of valid certification (as appropriate). Initiative Demonstrates enthusiasm and commitment toward the position and the mission of the company; support the company's values in the strategic areas of academic excellence, operational performance, superior culture, and financial health and growth, as outlined in the Employee Handbook. Strives to implement best practices and positive character education consistently. Communication Possesses excellent communication skills: Oral (including presentations), Written, Interpersonal (active listening), Negotiating and Influencing. Effective instructional delivery techniques and excellent communication skills. Skills Has the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, students, parents, the community, and administrative staff. Has the ability to demonstrate flexible and creative management of disciplinary issues.