Behavior Support Specialist: Drive Positive Student Growth

Specialized-Education-Services,-Inc.-3; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Tuition reimbursement

Credentialing support

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with employer match

Employee assistance program

Mental health support

Fertility and family building

Smaller class sizes

Job summary

Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI) is seeking a behavior support specialist to work with K-12 students requiring additional supports in in-district classrooms and standalone schools nationwide.

You will monitor and support classrooms, help implement behavior support plans, and document progress toward goals while using CASE PBIS strategies to maintain safe, positive learning environments. You will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to differentiate support for students with

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; college experience or bachelor's degree highly preferred.
• Experience working in an educational setting implementing behavioral interventions for students with intensive behavioral needs.
• Emotional consistency and resilience to handle stressful situations in a composed and positive manner.
• Flexibility and willingness to jump in and support where needed to ensure the safety and well-being of staff and students.

Responsibilities

• Work with a diverse group of students from varying developmental, cultural, ethnic, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Provide consistent monitoring and support throughout the school site (e.g., in classrooms, transition areas, etc.).
• Support the creation and implementation of behavior support plans.
• Record, track, and provide documentation of behavioral incidents and progress toward goals.
• Utilize positive behavioral intervention and support strategies and school site incentive programs.
• Implement de-escalation techniques, crisis management, and physical intervention if necessary to maintain the safety of students and staff.
• Foster a positive and inclusive environment that encourages the development of appropriate social and behavioral skills.
• Work in collaboration with interdisciplinary team members to develop differentiated support for students with more intensive needs.
• Participate in the debriefing process with staff after challenging behavior/crisis situations.
• Facilitate communication with parents.

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI) is seeking a behavior support specialist to work with K-12 students requiring additional supports in in-district classrooms and standalone schools nationwide.

You will monitor and support classrooms, help implement behavior support plans, and document progress toward goals while using CASE PBIS strategies to maintain safe, positive learning environments. You will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to differentiate support for students with