Behavior Specialist - Secondary Schools - Temporary

North Marion Middle School; Aurora (OR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

North Marion Middle School in Aurora, Oregon is seeking a skilled Behavior Specialist for the 2026-2027 school year to support students with social, emotional, and behavioral needs. The role blends direct student support with coaching and consultation, partnering with teachers, families, and staff to assess needs, develop BSPs, and implement evidence-based strategies.

You must hold a valid Oregon Special Education teaching endorsement, complete background clearance, and bring experience with

Qualifications

• Valid Oregon Special Education teaching endorsement.
• Background clearance (criminal history).
• Knowledge of FBA, BSP, and evidence-based behavioral strategies.
• Experience supporting students with social, emotional, and behavioral needs.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment.
• Ability to work with diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to manage physically and emotionally demanding situations with professionalism and care.
• Ability to meet the physical demands.

Responsibilities

• Conduct FBAs and develop BSPs.
• Provide direct support to students with SEB needs.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, specialists, and families to implement supports.
• Coach and train staff in positive behavior strategies and classroom management.
• Support implementation of PBIS across the school.
• Participate in IEP/MTSS and other student support meetings.
• Develop behavior-related IEP goals and monitor progress.
• Provide guidance to staff and families on behavior and SEL supports.
• Support crisis prevention, response, and intervention with school teams.
• Maintain accurate documentation per state and federal requirements.
• Collaborate with community partners and service providers.
• Engage in ongoing professional development.

Education

Oregon Special Education endorsement

Master’s degree in special education

Job description

Behavior Specialist - Secondary Schools - Temporary

North Marion School District 15 North Marion Middle School - Aurora, Oregon Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in North Marion School District 15

Job Details

Job ID: 5937601

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 21, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

North Marion School District is seeking a skilled and collaborative TemporaryBehavior Specialistfor the remainder of the 2026-2027 school year to support students with social, emotional, and behavioral needs. This position plays a key role in helping schools create safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environments where all students can succeed.

The Behavior Specialist partners with teachers, administrators, families, and support staff to assess student needs, develop behavior support plans, and implement evidence-based strategies. This role combines direct student support with coaching and consultation to build staff capacity and promote positive outcomes for students across settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct functional behavioral assessments (FBAs) and develop individualized behavior support plans (BSPs)
• Provide direct support to students with social, emotional, and behavioral needs
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, specialists, and families to implement and monitor behavior supports
• Coach and train staff in positive behavior strategies, de-escalation techniques, and classroom management
• Support implementation of school-wide Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS)
• Participate in IEP, MTSS, and other student support meetings, contributing expertise in behavior and intervention strategies
• Assist in developing behavior-related IEP goals and monitor student progress
• Provide consultation and guidance to staff and families regarding behavior and social-emotional supports
• Support crisis prevention, response, and intervention in collaboration with school teams
• Maintain accurate documentation and records in compliance with state and federal requirements
• Collaborate with community partners and service providers to support students and families
• Participate in professional development and ongoing learning in evidence-based practices
• Serve as a positive and professional role model for students

Required Qualifications

• Valid Oregon Teaching with endorsement in Special Education
• Successful background and criminal history clearance
• Knowledge of functional behavioral assessments (FBA), behavior support plans (BSP), and evidence-based behavioral strategies
• Experience supporting students with social, emotional, and behavioral needs in educational settings
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment
• Ability to work effectively with students and families from diverse backgrounds
• Ability to manage physically and emotionally demanding situations with professionalism and care
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the position

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in special education
• Experience training or coaching staff in behavior strategies and classroom supports
• Experience with PBIS, MTSS, and special education processes

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North Marion School District offers the best of both worlds—a close-knit, small-community atmosphere paired with the beauty of Oregon’s surrounding landscapes and the strength of a supportive, welcoming community. Our schools are places where relationships matter, collaboration is valued, and staff feel connected to the students and families they serve. If you’re looking for meaningful work in a district that values people, place, and purpose, we encourage you to apply and consider joining the North Marion team.

North Marion School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire and promote without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, age, veteran status, familial status, genetic information, and/or disability of employee, with or without reasonable accommodations, is able to perform the essential functions of the position.

Position Type: Full Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources , HR
• 20256 Grim Rd NE
• Aurora, Oregon 97002
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