Behavior Coach

MEMSPA; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 79,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

PSLF program

Job summary

Kent ISD – Center Programs (KEC Beltline/KEC Oakleigh) is seeking a Behavior Coach to provide educational leadership in social-emotional learning and MTSS implementation. You will coach local districts, support program development, and lead professional development activities across centers.

The role emphasizes collaboration with LEAs, data-driven behavior interventions, and ensuring compliance with IDEA and MARSE.

Qualifications

• Requires valid Michigan professional certification in Special Education.
• Three years of successful experience in education including behavioral services.
• Experience developing training and support programs related to mental health/social-emotional.
• Knowledge of IDEA, MARSE and related compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide educational leadership on social-emotional learning through MTSS.
• Coaching to LEAs and Center Programs to implement interventions.
• Assist LEAs with evidence-based curriculum and program development.
• Develop and implement coaching cycles and professional development.
• Use data analysis to inform Positive Behavior Support Plans.
• Attend district and county meetings as assigned.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.

Skills

FBA/PBSP experience

Crisis intervention training

Excellent communication skills

Collaboration with LEAs

Education

Master’s degree in Special Education or related field

Board Certified Behavior Analyst Certification

Job description

Deadline: November 16, 2026
District/Organization: Kent ISD – Center Programs (KEC Beltline/KEC Oakleigh)
Position/Type: Other, full time
Salary: $79,236-$82,438

Title: Behavior Coach

Classification: Non-UnionProfessional

Terms:Full Time,200 Days, 8 hours per day

BROAD STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position is responsible for providing educational leadership and expertise regarding social emotional learning through providing technical assistance, professional development, and coaching to local, regional and/or Center Programs.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Works with staff, students, parents, local educational agencies, public school academies and community to build a shared vision of social-emotional learning through an MTSS lens.
• Works with staff, students, families and community agencies to support student and programs which align to county, district, building goals.
• Assist LEAs with evidence based curriculum, service delivery and program development.
• Uses the working knowledge of effective instruction in establishing school processes and routines that engage teachers/staff in regular monitoring of student progress and evaluation, adaptation, and improvement of interventions and strategies which meet the individualized needs of students with behavioral needs.
• Consult with LEA’s and/or Center Programs regarding MTSS (Multi-Tiered Systems of Support) model implementation relative to intensifying interventions for social-emotional growth.
• Works with staff to deepen student understanding through data analysis and the development of Positive Behavior Support Plans to support increased student growth and achievement around behavior and its function.
• Provide county, district, building professional development and coaching to work with students with behavioral challenges.
• Develop, coordinate, and implement coaching models and cycles of support for LEAS and/or Center Programs.
• Learns and uses emerging technologies in supporting professional learning.
• Attend IEP’s as determined for the purpose of facilitating process.
• Assist LEA special education staff with Least Restrictive Environment decision-making
• Coordinate with staff pursuant to referrals, requests for service, and other identified needs.
• Attend Kent ISD Board meetings, Parent Advisory Committee, Coaching Collaborative and/or other county-wide meetings as assigned.
• Represent Kent ISD at State/Regional meetings as assigned
• Works with LEA’s to establish building and district systems, processes, trainings, and shared leadership to ensure full compliance with the IDEA, Michigan Administrative Rules for Special Education, and the Kent Intermediate School District Special Education Plan.
• Ensures compliance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Michigan Administrative Rules for Special Education (MARSE), Kent ISD Board of Education and Organizational Policies, and other applicable rules and regulations.
• Solicit, write, and support implementation of grants (START, etc.).
• Performs other duties as directed by supervisor.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Valid Michigan professional certification in an area related to Special Education required.
• Master’s degree in Special Education or related field and Board Certified Behavior Analyst Certification preferred related field.
• Three years successful experience in education related field which includes behavioral services.
• Experience developing training and support programs related to mental health/social- emotional.
• Must possess exceptional organizational, verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with superiors, peers, subordinates, local/state/national education representatives and regulatory/funding agencies, constituent districts and the public-at large.
• Knowledge of special education laws, rules, regulations and compliance responsibilities.
• Demonstrates a strong commitment to equity, social justice and inclusion in all practices and position responsibilities.
• Experience with supporting behavior through FBA and PBSP’s and evidence of fidelity of implementation.
• Trained in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention

Benefits:

Robust benefit package includes full medical, dental, and vision insurance; generous paid sick and personal days; State of Michigan School Employment retirement program; Kent ISD is a participating employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness program (PSLF/ SAVE plan) for eligible Federal student loans.

Salary:200 days per year. Grade 7.

Step 1-Step 3 = $79,236-$82,438/year – Salary steps are commensurate with experience and education.

Please note, due to the large number of applications, we are unable to attend to e-mail or telephone inquiries on application status.

The final candidate for this position will be required (at their cost) to furnish Kent Intermediate School District with a current Michigan State Police and FBI criminal records LiveScan check prior to our recommendation to hire.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Alternative requirements that may be appropriate and acceptable to the School Board may be considered. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sex (including gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth, or a related condition), age, height, weight, familial status, marital status, military service, veteran status, genetic information, disability, or any other legally protected basis, and prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment and retaliation, in any education program or activity that it operates, including in admission and employment. The Coordinator for Title IX, Section 504, the Age Discrimination Act and Title II is: Dave Rodgers, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources