Specialist, Behavior

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Behavior Specialist

Employment Term (days): 210

Pay Scale: Administrative-Instructional 4


Fund Source: IDEA-B Federal

Primary Purpose:


Support students by creating, implementing, and monitoring intervention plans for individuals with developmental disabilities and other behavioral challenges as relates to students identified needs. Create, implement and monitor district-level programming for students with identified behavioral needs.

Qualification Guidelines:

Education/Certifications:


Bachelor's Degree


Valid Texas Teaching Certificate with required special education endorsement for assignment or a valid professional license to practice in the State of Texas


Graduate course work or equivalent experience in the field of ABA or special education


Master's Degree in Special Education Applied Behavior Analysis or Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (preferred)

Experience:


Three years of experience as a special education teacher or working with children with behavior challenges


Experience working with students including implementing behavior management strategies

Special Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:


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


Ability to work with students with pervasive developmental disabilities and challenging behaviors


Ability to develop and deliver training to adult learners


Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills


Strong consultation skills for conferencing with teachers, parents, and students

Supervisory Responsibilities:


None