Behavior Specialist (2026-2027)

Young World Physical Education; Hudson (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is hiring a Behavior Specialist for the 2026-2027 school year, located at West Pasco Education Academy in Hudson, FL. You will be responsible for the development and implementation of social skills programs and services for students with disabilities, ensuring compliance with district and state requirements.

A Bachelor’s degree, valid Florida Educator's Certificate, and training in behavior analysis are required. This full-time position offers benefits and focuses on enhancing student support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in education or related field.
• Trained in applied behavior analysis or agreement to complete district-approved training.
• Trained in district-approved positive behavioral strategies.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, develop, and monitor behavioral services.
• Implement social skills programs for students with disabilities.

Skills

Behavior analysis

Positive behavioral strategies

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education or related field

Valid Florida Educator’s Certificate

Job description

Behavior Specialist (2026-2027)

Pasco County Schools WEST PASCO EDUCATION ACADEMY - HARRY SCHWETTMAN CAMPUS - Hudson, FL 34667, Florida

This job is also posted in Florida Department of Education , and Pasco County School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5747064

Application Deadline: Oct 07, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: May 29, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 5, 2026

Job Description

Estimated Start Date: August 5, 2026

Location: West Pasco Education Academy - Harry Schwettman Campus, 7229 Hudson Ave, Hudson FL 34667

Specialty: Behavioral and Social Skills Programs (ACCESS POINT BEHAVIORS)

Instructional

196 Days per year

Full Time, Benefit Eligible

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for coordinating, developing, and monitoring the development and implementation of behavioral services and social skills programs for students with disabilities in accordance with District, state, and federal requirements.

Education, Training & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in education or related field
• Trained in applied behavior analysis or agreement to complete the district approved training within a designated timeframe
• Trained in district approved positive behavioral strategies used to prevent or deescalate behavior or an agreement to complete the training within a designated timeframe

Certificates, Licenses & Registrations

• Valid Florida Educator’s Certificate in an exceptional student education area, school psychologist, or guidance and counseling

Background Screening: Pasco County Schools utilizes the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse for fingerprinting and Level II background screening. For more information about the Florida Clearinghouse and Level II background screening requirements, including eligibility assessments and compliance guidelines, see https://info.flclearinghouse.com

Notification of Nondiscrimination: The District School Board of Pasco County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, disability, or age in its programs, services, and activities or in its hiring and employment practices.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories: Special Education > Behavior Specialist / EBD

Contact Information

• Julie Postoskie, Bookkeeper
• WEST PASCO EDUCATION ACADEMY - HARRY SCHWETTMAN CAMPUS
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]