Campus Behavior Specialist (District-wide)

Primary Purpose The Campus Special Education Specialist supports campuses in building teacher capacity and improving student outcomes through coaching professional development and implementation of inclusive data-driven practices. This role ensures compliance with IEP requirements and district state and federal guidelines. Actively engage in actions that contribute to the overall mission and strategic plan of Clear Creek ISD.

Qualifications Education

• Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university
• Valid Texas Teaching Certification
• Valid Special Education Certification

Special Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Knowledge of qualifying disabilities and programs in CCISD
• Knowledge of statewide assessments
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Working knowledge of computer software and multimedia tools
• Leadership and problem-solving skills
• Embrace CCISD instructional philosophy and initiatives
• Expertise in behavior management principles and evidence-based behavior strategies
• Familiarity with crisis prevention and intervention techniques
• Ability to apply proactive instructional behavior supports and accurately collect and interpret data to inform decision-making

Experience 3 years of successful teaching experience

• Varied grade levels of instructional experience preferred
• Experience working with diverse student populations preferred
• Experience in leadership roles at the campus or district level, including responsibilities such as coaching staff, leading teams, or initiatives, and providing support to educators

Major Responsibilities and Duties Provide Coaching and consultation to campus administrators, teachers, and staff who work with students receiving services.

• Consult with special education campus staff on effective behavior management strategies to support student needs.
• Advise campus teams in decision-making regarding Extended School Year (ESY) services for eligible students.
• Support campuses in conducting Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBA), developing Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP), and writing behavior-related IEP goals and objectives.
• Support campuses in progress monitoring goals and objectives.
• Collaborate in the development of Individualized Educational Programs (IEPs) to ensure alignment with student instructional and behavioral needs and support ARD meeting preparation.
• Support parent training to include materials, resources, and possible in-home training support.
• Meet with teachers and PLCs to support the planning and delivery of instruction, modeling research-based interventions for staff.
• Provide instructional materials and exemplar lessons for effective teaching and learning strategies, classroom designs, technology integration, and differentiated instruction.
• Routinely review data to ensure appropriate services and supports are provided to students.
• Collaborate with campus and district personnel to review and analyze student data to guide appropriate placement and program recommendations.
• Maintain documentation of campus coaching support and professional learning.
• Participate in department and district professional learning opportunities for staff and families.
• Design and deliver professional development for campuses and district staff, including training in crisis prevention and intervention techniques.
• Exhibit CCISD Core Values of trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and citizenship.
• Actively engage in actions that contribute to the overall mission and strategic plan of Clear Creek ISD.
• Stay up-to-date professionally through the selection of quality professional learning opportunities for personal growth.
• Research district policy, precedent, and current practices before taking action.
• Participate as an effective team member who contributes to district, department, and content goals.
• Demonstrates proficient levels of technology applications.
• Participates fully in drills and safety exercises to provide for the safety and overall emotional well-being of students.
• Utilize time wisely for effective management of job responsibilities.
• Maintain punctuality in daily work times, appointments, and meetings.
• Meet task completion deadlines established by the supervisor.
• Maintain friendly customer-service-driven interactions with all stakeholders, students, teachers, administrators, and co-workers.
• Work cooperatively with co-workers and supervisors to ensure that the goals of the school and department are met.
• Maintain a positive and professional tone in all communication, including email, written, and verbal.

Working Conditions

• Mental Demands: Effective verbal and written communication, concentration while performing duties, ability to maintain emotional control under stress, ability to maintain an objective problem-solving attitude, and accept and adapt to change.
• Physical Demands: Environmental Factors, Frequent in-district travel, varied working environment, frequent standing, lifting, walking, bending, carrying, work with frequent interruptions, use of personal vehicle for travel with mileage reimbursement, transporting equipment, and use of Crisis Prevention Intervention.
• Term: 197 days
• Pay: Professional Support Salary Schedule