Behavior Management Specialist

Brainerd Public Schools; Brainerd (MN); On-site; USD 2,849,000 - 3,141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

LTD

PERA

403b

paid sick leave

paid personal leave

Job summary

Brainerd Public Schools is seeking a Behavior Management Specialist at Brainerd High School for the 2026-2027 year. This role delivers 1:1 or small group behavioral support to students with significant needs, requiring strong response skills and Handle with Care certification.

You will collaborate with families, educators, and community partners to implement intervention plans, ensure safety, and maintain detailed progress notes.

Qualifications

• Two-year degree or 60 college credits completed.
• Experience supporting students with behavioral needs.
• Handle with Care certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Implement and monitor behavior plans for students.
• Provide 1:1 or small group support.
• Ensure safety of students and others at all times.
• Consult with families and other professionals to coordinate services.
• Model appropriate behavioral skills for students.
• Respond quickly to deregulated or stressed students.
• Prepare progress documentation and reports.
• Maintain confidentiality.

Skills

Strong communication

Team player

De-escalation skills

Physical stamina

Flexibility

Cultural sensitivity

Confidentiality

Behavioral data review

Education

Associates degree or 60 college credits

ParaPro assessment

Handle with Care certification

First aid/CPR certification

Tools

Handle with Care protocol

Job description

ASSIGNMENT DETAILS

Position Title: Behavior Management Specialist
Department: Support Staff
Reports To: Building Principal
Location: Brainerd High School
Assignment: 2026-2027 School Year
Hours: 8 Hours per day during school year
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Salary: $20.68 - $22.80 per hour (Based on wages outlined in the Behavior Management Sepcialists Conpensation & Benefits Handbook)
Union: Unrepresented
Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, LTD, PERA, 403b, paid sick/ESST and paid personal leave.
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We are dedicated to fostering a dynamic and inclusive work environment that values diversity, innovation, and collaboration. As an integral part of our community, we strive to empower educators, administrators, and staff to make a positive impact on the lives of our students. Our team is passionate about shaping the future of education in the Brainerd Lakes Area.

Position Summary

The building Behavioral Management Specialist will provide 1:1 or small group support to students with significant cognitive and/or behavioral needs. This position will require specialized behavioral support and skills that will meet the unique needs of students. This position can be physically demanding and requires critical thinking and quick response skills. Handle With Care certification will be required.

Essential Functions

• Implement and monitor behavior intervention plans for students
• Work 1:1 with students requiring significant behavioral support
• Ensure student's safety, and the safety of others at all times
• Provide homebound service/support when appropriate and necessary for students
• Consult with parents/guardians, other service providers and representatives of appropriate community agencies to ensure the effective provision of services
• Demonstrate and model appropriate developmental and behavioral skills for students
• Provide a flexible and quick-thinking response when dealing with students that are deregulated/stressed
• Demonstrate the ability to respond to student and staff needs as they arise in a building; when 1:1 student is absent staff will be assigned to support other teachers and students
• Participate in student meetings where staff problem-solve and develop plans to help support students with behavioral concerns
• Participate physically with the students in activities being taught
• Participate in meetings (IEP, conferences, parent/guardian meetings, in-services, etc.) for the purpose of developing plans and/or providing information regarding student's goals/outcomes
• Monitor student's progress and be able to prepare documentation and reports regarding student's progress
• Maintain confidentiality
• All other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• A Two-year Associates Degree, 60 college credits and/or successful completion of Para Pro assesment.
• Experience supporting students with significant behavioral needs, autism and cognitive impairments
• Experience or willingness to learn how to implement Behavior Intervention Plans
• Handle with Care certification

Skills, Knowledge And Abilities

• Must possess strong communication and interpersonal skills and be able to be a member of a team
• Ability to support students requiring behavior intervention techniques and programs
• Ability to problem-solve and de-escalate students during times of deregulation/stress
• Must be in good physical status due to the potential need to implement restrictive procedures
• Knowledge of functional behavioral assessments, and behavioral intervention techniques
• Ability to be flexible based on program and student needs
• Ability to remain calm and patient in volatile situations and react and respond quickly in a variety of situations
• Ability to work under the supervision of a site principal and/or special education teacher
• Ability to adapt equipment and materials as needed
• Strong organizational skills
• Sensitivity in working with individuals with various physical, psychological, cognitive and sensory abilities
• Ability to work with students, families, professionals, and staff of various cultural and ethnic backgrounds
• Ability to interact with and maintain cooperative relationship with all levels of staff and the public
• Maintain current Handle with Care certification
• Maintain current certification in First aid, CPR, and medication administration

Application Process

Employees of the Brainerd Public School District #181 are expected to support the goals of the district, model and promote an environment that is respectful for all, and work collaboratively with other staff to focus on the needs of the learner. A quality, customer focus that conveys a welcome attitude, adaptability to change, and a desire for continuous improvement is also expected of all employees. In addition, staff should respect confidential matters, encourage a safe and secure environment throughout the schools, and be dependable and accountable employees.