Behavior Support Specialist

Specialized Education Services, Inc.; Allen (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI) is seeking a devoted behavior aide to support K-12 students with diverse needs in in-district classrooms and standalone schools.

You will collaborate with teachers to deliver individualized services, monitor progress, and reinforce skills using SESI’s PBIS framework. The role requires a high school diploma (bachelor’s preferred), experience with students with special needs, and Spanish bilingual abilities are a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; college experience or bachelor’s degree highly preferred.
• Experience working with students with special needs in an educational setting preferred.
• Bilingual Spanish speaking preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work with a diverse group of students from varying developmental, cultural, ethnic, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Lead small group instruction as you implement SESI’s academic rotational model.
• Partner with the teacher in providing customized behavior and academic support and conducting formal and informal assessments.
• Reinforce students’ learning by assigning relevant tasks, using data to determine materials, and completing one-on-one tutorials.
• Assist the teacher with large group activities, grading, and providing accommodations and modifications as necessary.
• Utilize behavior support and intervention strategies; implement de-escalation techniques and crisis management when needed.
• Support the creation and implementation of daily plans and monitor student growth toward goals.
• Supervise students and coordinate with other staff to ensure safety and learning continuity.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish

Experience with SPED

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI) is seeking a devoted behavior aide to support K-12 students with diverse needs in in-district classrooms and standalone schools.

You will collaborate with teachers to deliver individualized services, monitor progress, and reinforce skills using SESI’s PBIS framework. The role requires a high school diploma (bachelor’s preferred), experience with students with special needs, and Spanish bilingual abilities are a plus.