Behavior Support Coach

Liberty County Schools (GA); Hinesville (GA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Liberty County Schools (GA) in Hinesville, Georgia seeks a Behavior Support Coach to provide training and modeling of behavioral strategies for staff and students. This classified position (190 days) starts immediately and requires regular attendance and crisis-prevention focus.

The role demands at least five years of experience with students with behavioral needs, a relevant bachelor’s degree, and strong organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years experience working with students with behavioral needs in a professional capacity.
• Demonstrates knowledge of behavioral principles and strategies.
• Bachelor's Degree or higher in education, counseling, psychology, sociology or related field.
• Certification/Licensure: None required.
• Proven organizational skills, effective oral, written communication and strong people skills.
• Work successfully with other professionals.

Responsibilities

• Prompt and regular attendance
• Act as a resource person in the classroom and the school in addressing serious verbal and physical behaviors of students
• Assist staff in applying strategies related to crisis intervention
• Apply progressive verbal and non-verbal de-escalation strategies to effectively deescalate potentially serious behavioral incidents
• Conduct and train in Functional Behavior Assessments
• Assist in collecting data regarding student behavior and recommend appropriate behavioral strategies
• Assist in developing successful behavior intervention plans and assist in their implementation
• Provide follow up consultation to analyze success of behavior plans and assist with accommodations as needed
• Present professional development for administrators, teachers, support staff and parents on behavior interventions
• Complete required paperwork in an accurate and timely manner
• Perform such other tasks and assumes such other responsibilities assigned by DEL
• Performs other duties as deemed appropriate by the assigned supervisor or Superintendent of Schools

Skills

Behavioral management

Communication skills

Collaboration

Crisis intervention

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education/counseling/psychology

Bachelor’s degree or higher in related field

Certification/Licensure: None required

Job description

Behavior Support Coach

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Job Details

Job ID: 5919092

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 09, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Goal: Provides support, training and modeling of appropriate behavioral strategies for staff and students.

Classified position/ 190 days

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of five years experience working with students with behavioral needs in a professional capacity.
• Demonstrates knowledge of behavioral principles and strategies.
• Bachelors’ Degree or higher in education, counseling, psychology, sociology or related field.
• Certification/Licensure: None required.
• Proven organizational skills, effective oral, written communication and strong people skills.
• Work successfully with other professionals.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prompt and regular attendance
• Act as a resource person in the classroom and the school in addressing serious verbal and physical behaviors of students
• Assist staff in applying strategies related to crisis intervention
• Apply progressive verbal and non-verbal de-escalation strategies to effectively deescalate potentially serious behavioral incidents
• Conduct and train in Functional Behavior Assessments
• Assist in collecting data regarding student behavior and recommend appropriate behavioral strategies
• Assist in developing successful behavior intervention plans and assist in their implementation
• Provide follow up consultation to analyze success of behavior plans and assist with accommodations as needed
• Present professional development for administrators, teachers, support staff and parents on behavior interventions
• Complete required paperwork in an accurate and timely manner
• Perform such other tasks and assumes such other responsibilities assigned by DEL
• Performs other duties as deemed appropriate by the assigned supervisor or Superintendent of Schools

Physical Requirements:

Able to perform routine physical activities that are required to fulfill job responsibilities.

Terms of Employment:

Salary shall be paid consistent on the System’s approved salary schedule. Length of work year and hours of employment shall be established by the system.

Evaluation:

Performance of this job will be evaluated by the Department for Exceptional Learning.

The Liberty County School System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $39,411 to $61,401 Per Year