Behavior Support & MTSS Coach

Nimble; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Indianapolis Public Schools seeks a Behavior Support Specialist to address social, emotional, and mental health barriers to learning. You will plan, coach, and model interventions for school teams, focusing on MTSS, equitable practices, and student-centered supports.

Certification in special education or related fields is required. The role involves data-driven collaboration with teachers and administrators, delivering professional development, and linking families to community resources to

Qualifications

• Certification by Indiana DOE or ability to be fully certified.
• 5–7 years of experience in special education or related field.
• Familiar with IDEA and state regulations (Article 7).

Responsibilities

• Advocate for equitable, student-centered instruction and climate.
• Support schools in defining and measuring behaviors and implementing MTSS.
• Provide professional development on crisis intervention, restorative practices, and data-driven interventions.
• Maintain student progress records and coordinate data from multiple sources.
• Collaborate with teachers, families, and USS on interventions and transitions.

Skills

Communications

DEI mindset

Organizational agility

Conflict resolution

Data analysis

Team collaboration

Education

Indiana DOE certification

5–7 years experience in special education/related field

Knowledge of IDEA and Article 7

Job description

Indianapolis Public Schools seeks a Behavior Support Specialist to address social, emotional, and mental health barriers to learning. You will plan, coach, and model interventions for school teams, focusing on MTSS, equitable practices, and student-centered supports.

Certification in special education or related fields is required. The role involves data-driven collaboration with teachers and administrators, delivering professional development, and linking families to community resources to