EC BEHAVIOR SPECIALIST

EC BEHAVIOR SPECIALIST

Rowan‑Salisbury Schools Exceptional Children – Salisbury, North Carolina. Job ID: 5272895 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Re‑Posted: Mar 26, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Immediately Job Description Term of Employment: 11 months. Compensation: Teacher Salary Schedule + Supplement/Stipend. Reports to: EC Ancillary Support Specialist & Executive Director of Exceptional Children. Purpose: To identify and provide support, training and coaching to staff to address student behaviors. This role is responsible for district planning and maintaining federal and state reporting, overseeing CPI training for the district and participating in the EC district leadership work. Qualifications Minimum Five (5) years of teaching experience working with students with disabilities. Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in special education. North Carolina Teaching License in any Exceptional Children area. Knowledge and understanding of Functional Behavior Assessments & Behavior Intervention Plans. Direct Experience working with students with behavioral needs. Experience collecting and analyzing data to create comprehensive plans. Experience analyzing state and local special education data. Ability to obtain, train and maintain certification in Non‑violent Crisis Prevention Intervention. Preferred District experience in special education. BCBA, RBT or comparable licensure. 2 years of leadership or coaching experience in the field. Key Duties and Responsibilities Conduct functional behavior assessments (FBAs) to identify the function of challenging behaviors and develop individualized behavior intervention plans (BIPs). Implement behavior intervention strategies, provide direct support to students, and monitor their progress. Provide training and coaching to teachers, staff, and parents on positive behavior support strategies and interventions. Collaborate with teachers, school staff, parents, and outside agencies to ensure a consistent and supportive approach to behavior management. Collect and analyze data on student behavior to track progress, evaluate the effectiveness of interventions, and make adjustments as needed. Provide leadership and guidance to the school's behavior support team, advocate for students' needs, and promote a positive school climate. Respond to and de‑escalate crisis situations, using appropriate conflict resolution and crisis management techniques. Assist in the development and implementation of school‑wide behavior management programs and strategies. Understand evidence‑based strategies for promoting positive behavior, such as PBIS, functional behavior assessment, and behavior intervention planning. Work with students with a range of disabilities and behavioral challenges. Communicate effectively with students, parents, teachers, and other professionals. Analyze data, identify patterns, and develop effective solutions to address behavioral challenges. Lead and collaborate effectively with a team of professionals. Respond to crisis situations and implement appropriate de‑escalation techniques. Perform other tasks and assume other responsibilities as assigned by the Executive Director or Assistant Director of Exceptional Children. Knowledge, Skills and / or Abilities Exceptional verbal and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to collaborate effectively with others. Ability to work well with diverse groups of people. Maintains complete confidentiality. Demonstrates administrative leadership abilities. Effective training and coaching skills. Technical systems skills with Microsoft, Adobe, Google, Canvas, ECATS. Position Type: Full‑Time Salary: $41,000 to $55,950 Per Year Job Categories: Special Education – Behavior Specialist / EBD Job Requirements Citizenship, residency, or work visa required. Contact Information Ashley Lemley , Director of Talent Acquisition 500 N Main St, Salisbury, NC 28144, USA Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education