Behavior Specialist – Special Education & ABA

Spectrum Center Schools and Programs; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision plans

Telehealth services

Life & disability insurance

401k Retirement Plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Spectrum Center Schools and Programs, a ChanceLight division, is seeking a Behavior Specialist to support school-wide positive behavior strategies and collaborate with Special Education teams. You will help de‑escalate crises, implement PBIS, and contribute to individualized behavior plans for exceptional learners.

Ideal candidates bring ABA knowledge, RBT credentials, and experience in alternative education or behavioral health settings, with strong communication and adaptability in a dynamic

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
• Associate's degree or higher in a related field preferred.
• Licensed currently or in the process of obtaining a registered behavior technician (RBT) credential preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain certification in company approved crisis management training.
• Prior experience providing behavioral instruction, guidance and/or support to children, preferably in an alternative, special education and/or behavioral health program setting.
• Highly skilled in working with children with learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, emotional behavioral disorders and/or other related disabilities.
• Well-versed in applied behavior analysis (ABA) including functional behavior assessment (FBA), PBIS and behavior intervention plans (BIP's) preferred.
• Proficiency in providing motivation and having critical conversations with students that help move them toward realistic goals.
• Ability to think and act quickly and calmly in an emergency situation and make independent decisions.
• Solid motivational skills and willingness to be flexible and adapt to changing priorities and new initiatives.
• Advanced oral and written communication, organization, conflict resolution, multitasking, problem solving, and decision-making ability.
• Knowledge of relevant technology including experience with computers, Microsoft Office Suite, database entry and basic office equipment.

Responsibilities

• Guide and assist with school-wide classroom implementation of the positive behavior support program and increase positive student behaviors.
• Respond to crisis situations with de-escalation using CPI strategies and implement intervention plans when applicable.
• Support creation and implementation of Behavioral Intervention Plans (BIPs) and functional behavior assessments (FBAs) as needed.

Skills

RBT Credential

Crisis management training

ABA knowledge

Behavioral instruction experience

Emergency de-escalation

Communication skills

Multitasking & problem solving

Motivation & conversations

Adaptability

Tech literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree or higher in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Database entry

Job description

Spectrum Center Schools and Programs, a ChanceLight division, is seeking a Behavior Specialist to support school-wide positive behavior strategies and collaborate with Special Education teams. You will help de‑escalate crises, implement PBIS, and contribute to individualized behavior plans for exceptional learners.

Ideal candidates bring ABA knowledge, RBT credentials, and experience in alternative education or behavioral health settings, with strong communication and adaptability in a dynamic