Behavior Support Specialist: Foster Positive Student Growth

Specialized Education Services, Inc.; Pace (FL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare benefits

401(k) with employer match

Employee assistance program

Mental health support

Tuition reimbursement

Credentialing support

Paid training

Job summary

Specialized Education Services, Inc. seeks a Behavior Support Specialist to assist students with intensive behavioral needs in district classrooms and standalone settings.

You will collaborate with teachers and leaders to implement customized support plans and monitor progress toward goals. You will contribute to a safe, supportive environment by applying PBIS strategies, de-escalation techniques, and crisis management when needed while working with a multidisciplinary team to tailor

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; college experience or Bachelor's degree highly preferred.
• Experience in an educational setting implementing behavioral interventions for students with intensive behavioral needs.
• Demonstrates emotional consistency and resilience to handle stressful situations in a calm, positive manner.
• Flexible and willing to jump in to support safety and wellbeing of staff and students.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with school staff, teachers, and leaders to support students with intensive behavioral needs.
• Provide consistent monitoring and support across the school site (classrooms, transitions, etc.).
• Assist in creating and implementing behavior support plans.
• Record, track, and document behavioral incidents and progress toward goals.
• Utilize PBIS strategies and school incentive programs to promote positive behavior.
• Employ de-escalation techniques, crisis management, and safe physical intervention if necessary.
• Foster a positive, inclusive environment to develop social and behavioral skills.
• Work with interdisciplinary team to tailor differentiated support for students' needs.
• Participate in debriefings after challenging behavior or crisis situations.

Skills

Emotional resilience

Behavior management

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Specialized Education Services, Inc. seeks a Behavior Support Specialist to assist students with intensive behavioral needs in district classrooms and standalone settings.

You will collaborate with teachers and leaders to implement customized support plans and monitor progress toward goals. You will contribute to a safe, supportive environment by applying PBIS strategies, de-escalation techniques, and crisis management when needed while working with a multidisciplinary team to tailor