Behavior Support Specialist: Empower Students & Classrooms

Specialized-Education-Services,-Inc.-3; Albany (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI) seeks a Behavior Support Specialist to work with students with intensive behavioural needs in educational settings. You will collaborate with teachers and leaders to deliver customized support and implement positive behavioral interventions.

Responsibilities include documenting progress, applying de-escalation techniques, and coordinating with families and the multidisciplinary team to foster safe, supportive environments.

Qualifications

• Emotional consistency and resilience to handle stressful situations.
• Flexibility to jump in and support where needed to ensure safety and well-being.
• Experience implementing behavioural interventions in educational settings.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with staff to support students with intensive behavioural needs.
• Provide customized behavior support and positive behavioral intervention.
• Record and document behavioral incidents and progress toward goals.
• Utilize PBIS strategies and school incentive programs.
• De-escalation, crisis management, and safety support as needed.
• Facilitate communication with parents and multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Emotional resilience

Flexibility

Collaboration

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI) seeks a Behavior Support Specialist to work with students with intensive behavioural needs in educational settings. You will collaborate with teachers and leaders to deliver customized support and implement positive behavioral interventions.

Responsibilities include documenting progress, applying de-escalation techniques, and coordinating with families and the multidisciplinary team to foster safe, supportive environments.