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JOB TITLE: BEHAVIOR SPECIALIST GROUP: Teamsters III - Specialist LEVEL: 22 FLSA STATUS: Nonexempt WORKDAYS PER FISCAL YEAR: 180 HOLIDAYS: 11 or 12 dependent on school start date SUMMARY: This position works in partnership with classroom teachers across the district to support students demonstrating significant behavior challenges in the classroom. This position engages in classroom observations to identify systems in place and collects data on student behavior in order to engage in the Functional Behavioral Assessment process for the purpose of developing a Behavior Intervention Plan to support the student in the general education classroom. This person will utilize adopted systems to monitor progress on the Behavior Plan and will collaboratively partner with the classroom teacher, other school -based staff, and the family to support the student.
CONTEXT AND WHO WE ARE: Highline Public Schools serves students and families in the communities of Burien, Des Moines, Normandy Park, SeaTac and White Center in Washington state.
OUR PROMISE: Every student in Highline Public Schools is known by name, strength and need, and graduates prepared for the future they choose.
In 2013, families, students, staff and community members across Highline came together to develop a strategic plan that reflects our goals and dreams for students. Our strategic plan is our equity plan and is guided by Our Promise. In 2023, the strategic plan was updated to guide our work, identifying four bold goals:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. Some incumbents may not perform all the duties listed while in other cases related duties may also be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals wit h disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Highline Public Schools 00S22SEBS Behavior Specialist Lv22 Page 2 of 3 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor degree in child development, special education, behavioral, social, or psychological science or related field Three years of experience working in a PK-12 setting Experience with developing behavior intervention plans
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Training in crisis intervention including physical restraint
CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT: Post hire, pre-employment physical assessment Paraeducator Certificate Program - After hire, must complete the Fundamental Course of Study and General Certificate pursuant to Chapter 28A.413 RCW and WAC 179. Timelines for completion vary based upon hire date. Criminal background clearance Crisis Prevention Intervention certification within 90 days of hire, annual renewal of certification required All certificates, licenses, endorsements, permits, and vaccines (absent exemption) as required for this position by state and local authorities
KNOWLEDGE OF: Child development Tiered system of behavioral/academic intervention School board policies and procedures
ABILITY TO: Develop and maintain effective working relationships with multiple school teams Communicate effectively verbally and in writing Operate a variety of modern office equipment including microcomputers and related software Remain flexible with changes in assignments and situations Relate to special needs students in a positive and confident manner Organize work, problem solve and select action plans Attend to details and follow tasks through to completion Follow instructions Monitor behavior and make quick, effective decisions Remain calm in crisis situations Work independently with minimal supervision Exercise good judgment and maintain confidentiality Comply with school board policies and follow administrative procedures
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP: Director of Social Emotional Learning; receives work assignments from certificated program staff.
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.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand/walk, squat and kneel. The employee will occasionally sit; bend neck and back, use hands for repetitive grasping, fine manipulation, and push/pull. The employee will occasionally be required to climb stairs or ladders, reach overhead, lift overhead, JOB DESCRIPTION: BEHAVIOR SPECIALIST
Highline Public Schools 00S22SEBS Behavior Specialist Lv22 Page 3 of 3 knee stand and lift/carry. The employee is required to frequently lift/carry one pound and occasionally will lift/carry a maximum of 52 pounds. This position requires pushing a maximum force of 32 pounds and pulling up to a maximum force of 31 pounds. Anything over the weight limits should be done as a two -person lift or with a mechanical lift.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristic described here are representative of those employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in indoor conditions and regularly works near video display. The employee is occasionally required to work outdoors. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The employee is required to properly wear any personal protection equipment supplied by the District.
Job descriptions are written as a representative list of the ADA essential duties performed by the entire classification. They cannot include, and are not intended to include, every possible activity and task performed by every specific employee.
CLASSIFICATION HISTORY Updated Context and Disclosures sections, 2024.05.01 Revised the condition of employment section, 2021.11.04 Revised the condition of employment section Updated by Human Resources and approved by union, 2021.08.11 Updated Context and Mission statement and added EEOC statement, 2019.08.27 Updated Superintendent's statement, 2014.10.14 Updated "Ability To" section with standard statements discussed with union business rep, 2014.05.12 Transferred to newest format by Human Resources, 2013.12.26 Revised by Human Resources to include district introduction, 2013.09.24 Updated format and title, 2013/05 Updated by Human Resources, 07/12 Revised by Human Resources, 11/2009 Created by Human Resources, 06/2000
Highline Public Schools, District #401, complies with all federal rules and regulations and does not discriminate in admission, access, treatment, or employment in education programs or hiring practices on the basis of race, creed, religion, color, nationa l origin, age, sex, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, marital status, honorably-discharged veteran or military status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service anima l by a person with a disability. This holds true for all students who are interested in participating in educational programs and/or extracurricular activities. Highline Public Schools also provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Any person having inquiries should contact: Age Discrimination Act, Americans with Disabilities Act, Affirmative Action, Civil Rights Act (employees), and Title IX: Chief Talent Officer, 206.631.3121, titleixofficer@highlineschools.org; Civil Rights Act: District Ombudsman, 206.631.3104, civilrightscoordinator@highlineschools.org; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act - Director of Social Services, 206.631.3250, 504coordinator@highlineschools.org, Address: 15675 Ambaum Blvd. SW, Burien, WA 98166