Behavior & Academic Specialist

The Salvation Army Southern California; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army Southern California is looking for a Behavior Specialist in San Francisco. This role involves overseeing student behavior, providing individual support, and collaborating with classroom staff to implement effective behavior strategies.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s in human services or education, with experience in diverse backgrounds and trauma-informed methods. This position requires a high school diploma and the ability to handle emotionally charged situations.

Qualifications

• Experience working with diverse backgrounds and ages (TK – 12th preferred).
• Experience handling emotionally charged situations.
• Knowledge of trauma on students and trauma-informed methods.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement behavior support plans collaboratively.
• Measure goals and analyze effectiveness of interventions.
• Provide in-classroom support and maintain educational records.

Skills

Positive behavior response

Effective communication with families

Comfortable with enforcing rules

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s in human services, education, or related field

Job description

Overview

The Behavior Specialist is responsible for overseeing student behavior progress, incentives, and interventions, providing individual support to students, group support to the staff, and supporting families as needed.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Design, plan, and implement behavior support plans in/outside the classroom in collaboration with classroom staff
• Using IEP and school reports, measure goals and behavior support plans, to analyze the behavioral interventions to determine their success
• Provide in-classroom support as needed to support and encourage students
• Assist caregivers in facilitating healthy routines and behavior interventions
• Maintain records of student’s special education reports, services provided, and behavioral data
• Assist with and participate in any programs part of the After School Program & Summer Day Camp, such as enrichments, lessons, Troops, yoga, dance, and sports programs
• Provide opportunities for children to succeed, develop, and strengthen academic, physical, and social skills
• Actively seek professional development and resources to further support youth and families
• Ensure Child Safety Policies are practiced consistently
• Report possible cases of child abuse, neglect, or endangerment to the proper authorities
• Other related duties as required

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• Bachelor’s Required in human services, education, or related field (Masters preferred)
• Experience working with diverse backgrounds and ages (TK – 12th preferred)
• Experience handling emotionally charged situations
• Experience in training other people to apply behavior management techniques effectively
• Experience in behavior analysis, and behavioral characteristics associated with specific behavior needs
• Knowledge of instructional methods and education curriculums
• Knowledge of trauma on students and how to lead in a trauma-informed manner

Skills and Abilities

• Able to effectively respond and redirect children in a positive manner
• Able to effectively communicate with parents/families
• Comfortable with enforcing program rules and policies

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. (Usually file boxes)

ADA Statement

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests if the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.