26-27 Behavior Support Specialist

Racine Unified School District; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Racine Unified School District seeks a Behavior Support Specialist to provide behavioral leadership across the district, merging Tier 2 and Tier 3 interventions with proactive building safety monitoring to enhance school climate.

The role builds constructive relationships with students and staff, implements evidence-based behavior support plans, and maintains building security protocols to ensure academic success and physical safety for all occupants.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience working with youth in a supportive or supervisory capacity.
• Preferred CPR and/or AED training; experience with diverse student populations is valued.
• District-provided CSTAG, NVCI, ALICE, EVOLV, Restorative Practices, Youth Mental Health First Aid, and Trauma-Sensitive Schools training are required or pursued.

Responsibilities

• Tier 2 & 3 behavioral interventions and PBIS fidelity support across building environments.
• Monitor and support building safety and security protocols and incidents.
• Crisis intervention and de-escalation during high-stress situations.
• Coordinate with administration and emergency teams; document incidents accurately.
• Align daily practices with district goals and participate in professional learning.

Skills

IDEA knowledge

Conflict resolution

De-escalation

Behavior regulation

Multidisciplinary meetings

Professional learning

Independent work

Education

High school diploma

Experience with youth

Tools

EVOLV

Job description

Position Summary

The Behavior Support Specialist provides essential behavioral and safety leadership to foster a positive, safe, and equitable learning environment across the Racine Unified School District. This merged role combines Tier 2 and Tier 3 behavioral intervention expertise with proactive building safety monitoring to improve overall school culture and climate. The Specialist builds constructive relationships with students and staff, implements evidence-based behavior support plans, and maintains building security protocols to ensure academic success and physical safety for all occupants.

Description

Position Summary

The Behavior Support Specialist provides essential behavioral and safety leadership to foster a positive, safe, and equitable learning environment across the Racine Unified School District. This merged role combines Tier 2 and Tier 3 behavioral intervention expertise with proactive building safety monitoring to improve overall school culture and climate. The Specialist builds constructive relationships with students and staff, implements evidence-based behavior support plans, and maintains building security protocols to ensure academic success and physical safety for all occupants.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

Tier 2 & Tier 3 Behavioral Intervention

• Serves as a primary behavior supports/interventions
• Participates in Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA) and Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) student meetings.
• Monitors and supports the implementation fidelity of PBIS Tiers 1 and 2 across building environments.
• Facilitates Check-In/Check-Out (CICO) groups and Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) intervention groups.
• Serves as the adult liaison in Restorative Practices processes and facilitates restorative student circles.

Building Safety & Security Supervision

• Monitors assigned building areas continuously for potential security risks or safety concerns.
• Performs routine patrols of corridors, grounds, restrooms, and locker rooms to maintain a safe campus.
• Controls building access points and supports daily entry operations using EVOLV and on-site screening equipment.
• Supervises hallway transition times, verifies hall pass authenticity, and escorts students as needed.
• Assists with student supervision during lunch periods and crowd management during school events and emergencies.

Crisis Intervention & Incident Management

• Maintains a calm, professional demeanor during high-stress situations and active crises.
• Employs proactive conflict resolution and Nonviolent Crisis Intervention physical de-escalation strategies when necessary.
• Intervenes safely to break up physical altercations and manage confrontational scenarios.
• Coordinates directly with school administration and building emergency teams during safety incidents.
• Accurately and consistently documents all behavioral and security incidents during designated work hours.

District Alignment & Professional Responsibilities

• Aligns daily practices with RUSD strategic planning goals and the North Star Vision.
• Upholds strict confidentiality concerning student, family, and personnel records.
• Demonstrates core district values of student-centered decision-making, respect, unity, high expectations, diversity, strong relationships, and equity.
• Executes other position-related tasks as assigned by building and district administrators.

Candidate Qualifications

Education & Certification Requirements

Required Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience working with youth in a supportive or supervisory capacity.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPR and/or AED training.
• Experience with the needs of a diverse student population.
• Active involvement with youth in the community.

Must Possess Or Complete District-provided Certification Training In

• CSTAG (Comprehensive School Threat Assessment Guidelines)
• NVCI (NonViolent Crisis Intervention)
• ALICE (Alert. Lockdown. Inform. Counter. Evacuate.)
• EVOLV (Security Screening)
• Restorative Practices and conflict resolution
• Youth Mental Health First Aid
• Trauma-Sensitive Schools applications

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of IDEA, state special education statutes, and behavioral curriculum design.
• Proven capability to establish positive relationships with a diverse student population and school staff.
• Strong background in conflict resolution, de-escalation techniques, and behavior regulation strategies.
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate multidisciplinary team meetings and deliver effective professional learning.
• Ability to work independently under dual supervision (building and district levels).

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Movement: Ability to walk and stand for up to 70% of the workday.
• Emergency Response: Capability to move or run quickly through hallways and stairwells during emergency interventions.
• Physical Effort: Ability to perform light physical work, including lifting up to 50 pounds without assistance.
• Environment: Dynamic educational environment characterized by frequent interruptions, background noise, and active student movement.

Candidate Requirements

Additional Requirements

• Cover Letter
• Letters of Recommendation
• Custom Questions