Behavior Support Associate - General McLane School District- 2026/2027 School Year

Barberinstitute; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Mental Health Coverage

Dental and Vision Coverage

Disability Insurance (Short & Long)

Employee Assistance Program

On-site childcare discount

Employee discounts for events

Job summary

Barber National Institute is hiring a Behavior Support Associate to work in Erie, PA, supporting children with challenging behaviors in educational settings. You will help implement behavior plans, collect data on progress, and work closely with teachers and therapists to ensure compassionate, effective interventions.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree or a high school diploma with relevant experience, plus background clearances and training.

Qualifications

• Strong commitment to supporting behavioral and academic growth.
• Patience, empathy, and professionalism in challenging situations.
• Excellent communication and collaboration with teachers and therapists.
• Reliability and dedication to a structured, supportive classroom setting.

Responsibilities

• Work on-site at General McLane School District campuses.
• Follow a full-time, school-year schedule.
• Assist with implementing behavior strategies and data collection.
• Support teachers and therapists and maintain a safe classroom environment.
• Collaborate with educators to adjust care plans and interventions.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Professionalism

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, Education, Criminal Justice, Sociology, or related field

High school diploma + 2 years relevant experience

Job description

Erie, PA, USA

Job Description

Posted Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Pay: $17/hour

Hours: Monday–Friday

School year schedule, August 25, 2026 - June 3, 2027

35 Hours a week

Overview

As a Behavior Support Associate at the Barber National Institute, you’ll work directly with children in educational settings who may exhibit challenging behaviors. Your role will be essential in supporting individualized treatment plans and ensuring students receive compassionate, respectful, and effective behavioral interventions.

You will assist with implementing behavior strategies, collecting data on progress, supporting teachers and therapists, and maintaining a safe and engaging classroom environment. Our team works with children and teens in Autism Support (AS), Emotional Support (ES), and Life Skills classrooms.

What you’ll bring

• A strong commitment to supporting the behavioral and academic growth of children and teens in the classroom.
• Patience, empathy, and professionalism in behaviorally challenging situations.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work alongside teachers and behavioral specialists.
• Reliability and dedication to maintaining a structured, supportive classroom setting.

What you’ll have

• A Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, Education, Criminal Justice, Sociology, or a related field — OR — A high school diploma and 2 years of relevant experience.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to complete all required background clearances: State Police Criminal Record Check, Child Abuse History Clearance, and FBI Clearance.
• Willingness to complete mandatory training programs and follow established safety and behavioral protocols.

A typical day may include

• Working on-site at one of the four schools within the General McLane School District, which includes two elementary schools, a middle school, and a high school.
• Following a full-time, school-year schedule, aligned with the General McLane academic calendar—when students are off, you’re off too.
• Reporting times vary depending on your assigned school, with schedules consistent with each building's hours.
• Implementing individualized treatment and behavior support plans directly within the classroom setting.
• Collecting, monitoring, and documenting behavioral data to track student progress and inform intervention strategies.
• Supporting teachers during instructional sessions and recreational activities such as small group learning and playground supervision.
• Assisting with staff training on behavioral techniques under the supervision of a Barber National Institute Behavior Specialist.
• Collaborating with educators and therapists to adjust and improve care plans.
• Promoting a respectful, inclusive, and supportive environment for every student, ensuring their dignity, privacy, and individual needs are honored.

Benefits

• Highmark Medical and Mental Health
• Delta Dental and Davis Vision Coverage
• Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Erie Campus* discounted on-site weekday childcare
• Employee discounts for select BNI events and services

Who is Barber National Institute?

The Barber National Institute is a non-profit committed to its mission of providing the highest quality services for children and adults with autism, intellectual disabilities or behavioral health challenges and their families. Since our founding in 1952, we have evolved into a multi-faceted organization serving more than 6,200 individuals annually with a wide range of educational, vocational, residential and behavioral health programs.

Equal Opportunity Employment

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. If you need an accommodation to apply, please contact HR. EOE

Background Check Consideration

Any consideration of the background check will be an individualized assessment based on the applicant or employee’s specific record and the duties and requirements of the specific job.