Behavior Consultant

Clare-Gladwin RESD; Hatton Township (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Clare-Gladwin RESD is seeking a Behavior Consultant to provide consultative behavioral services, support IEP development, and advise staff across the district. You will travel regionally and deliver job-embedded coaching to teachers and paraprofessionals.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s in Special Ed or related field, 3–5 years in special education, and fluency in data-driven intervention planning, FBAs/BIPs, and evidence-based practices. Michigan certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Special Education, School Psychology, School Social Work, ABA or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in special education.
• Experience with FBAs and BIPs; staff consultation preferred.
• Knowledge of evidence‑based behavioral and social‑emotional practices.
• CPI/UKERU trainer certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide behavioral consultation and support for students with significant behavioral needs.
• Conduct and/or support FBAs and develop BIPs and safety plans.
• Deliver job‑embedded coaching and professional development to teachers and paraprofessionals.
• Support crisis prevention, de‑escalation, and post‑incident review using district models.
• Ensure compliance with state law and district policy related to seclusion and restraint.
• Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to behavior‑related goals and services.
• Develop data collection systems; analyze data to guide interventions.
• Collaborate with general and special education staff across districts.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to district policies.
• Travel regionally; occasional statewide travel for training or conferences.

Skills

Behavioral consultation

Data analysis

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Special Education

Tools

FBAs

BIPs

Job description

Behavior Consultant

REPORTS TO: Director of Special Education

WORK SCHEDULE: Five (5) days per week as per the local school districts' schedule and calendar.

SALARY RANGE: According to the Terms of the Master Agreement with AFT

STARTING DATE: 2026-2027 School Year (August 2026)

JOB SUMMARY: Provide consultative behavioral services that support positive student outcomes. Offer referrals to students and families, participate in IEP development, and advise special and general education staff across Clare-Gladwin RESD.

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS

• Provide behavioral consultation and support for students with significant behavioral needs.
• Conduct and/or support Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs) and develop Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) and safety plans.
• Deliver job-embedded coaching and professional development to teachers and paraprofessionals.
• Support crisis prevention, de-escalation, and post-incident review using district-approved models (e.g., CPI/UKERU).
• Ensure compliance with state law and district policy related to seclusion and restraint.
• Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to behavior-related goals and services.
• Develop data collection systems; analyze and use data to guide interventions.
• Collaborate with general and special education staff across districts.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to all district policies.
• Travel regionally; occasional statewide travel for training or conferences.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's degree in Special Education, School Psychology, School Social Work, Applied Behavior Analysis, or related field
• Three (3) to Five (5) years of experience working with students in special education.
• Experience with FBAs, BIPs, Positive Behavioral Supports, and staff consultation preferred.
• Knowledge of evidence-based behavioral and social-emotional practices.
• CPI/UKERU trainer certification preferred.
• Meets Michigan Administrative Rules for Special Education.
• Michigan certification as a School Psychologist or School Social Worker preferred.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and data-analysis skills.

Application Deadline

Open Until Filled