Behavior Intervention & Student Support Specialist

Primary Purpose:

Provide districtwide support, coaching, and training to staff, students, and families regarding

behavioral, social-emotional, and classroom management needs. Assist campuses in developing

proactive behavioral supports and interventions for students experiencing behavioral challenges,

including students receiving special education services.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Bachelor''s degree from accredited university

Preferred - Valid Texas teaching certificate with required special education endorsements for assignments

Preferred - Certified as a school counselor in the state of Texas, or a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), or

licensed and a Bachelor''s degree in social work, psychology, sociology or other related area

Special Knowledge/Skills:

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

Ability to develop and deliver training to adult learners

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

Preferred - Three (3) years of experience as a special education teacher, in related social work, or in work related

to the certified field

Experience working with students including implementing behavior management strategies.

Salary:

Commensurate with verified years or relevant experience.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional and Program Management

1. Collaborate with administrators and teachers to design and develop research based behavioral

intervention, research based behavioral plans (BIP), provide support to instructional staff in

implementing behavior interventions and BIPs, and classroom management strategies.

2. Monitor the effectiveness of behavior intervention plans and recommend changes as needed.

3. Assist campuses in collecting, analyzing, and interpreting behavioral data to develop appropriate

interventions for students. Support the development of Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs) and

Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) when required. Work with school staff and parents in teaching

socially acceptable behaviors to students based on individual needs.

4. Participate in MTSS, RTI, Section 504, ARD, threat assessment, and other student support meetings as

appropriate.

5. Assist campuses in implementing Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) for behavioral and social-

emotional needs, including Tier I, Tier II, and Tier III interventions.

6. Manage student behavior and administer discipline including intervening in crisis situations and

physically restraining students as necessary according to IEP.

7. Assist teachers with lesson planning, lesson modeling, classroom management, and behavior

management.

8. Develop and maintain effective behavioral management and intervention techniques with individual

and/or groups of students and provide assistance in meeting educations, occupational, and personal

needs.

9. Provide individual and small group activities designed to improve interpersonal relationships and

social skills for students attending an Alternative Education Program (AEP).

10. Model effective classroom management, de-escalation techniques, restorative practices, and positive

behavior supports for teachers and administrators.

11. Participate in the Response to Intervention (RtI) process and Early Intervention Team (EIT) meetings to

address academic and behavioral issues with identified students.

12. Conference with parents, administrators, and teachers concerning school and student issues.

13. Conduct home visits as needed.

Training and Staff Development

14. Identify staff development needs, develop and present training, and coach campus personnel to

continually develop and enhance behavioral assessment and intervention skills.

15. Provide behavior management training for parents as needed.

Professional Growth and Development

16. Pursue continuous improvement and growth in knowledge of behavior intervention strategies,

methodologies, and analysis.

Other

17. Consult with district and outside resources regarding education, social, medical, and personal needs of

students.

18. May serve on campus behavioral threat assessment and safe and supportive schools team.

19. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

20. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and

facilities.

21. Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, statistical data, and other

documents required.

22. Keep informed of and comply with federal, state, district, and school regulations and policies related to

student services, behavior supports, special education, and student discipline.

23. Perform other duties as assigned by the campus principal, assistant superintendent, and the

Superintendent of Schools.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals, and other instructional equipment

Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Frequent walking

Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may require occasional heavy lifting (45

pounds or more) and positioning of students with physical disabilities, control behavior through physical

restraint, assist non-ambulatory students, and lift and move adaptive and other classroom equipment

Environment: Work inside; may work outside; regular exposure to noise; exposure to biological hazards

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; may work prolonged or irregular hours