Behavior Support Specialist: Inspire Student Growth in Schools

Specialized Education Services, Inc.; Alhambra (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI) is seeking a Behavior Support Specialist to work in in-district classrooms and schools serving students with special needs.

You will support teachers, implement behavior intervention strategies, and monitor student progress using SESI's CASE PBIS framework. In this role, you will collaborate with diverse staff, provide individualized services, and help create daily plans while maintaining safety and positive learning environments.

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.
• Valid driver's license to perform student transportation using school van.

Responsibilities

• Work with a diverse group of students from varying developmental, cultural, ethnic, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Lead small group instruction as you implement the SESI academic rotational model.
• Partner with the teacher in providing customized behavior and academic support and conducting formal and informal assessments.
• Reinforce students' learning of teacher-introduced materials and skills by assigning relevant tasks, using data to determine appropriate materials, and completing one-on-one tutorials.
• Assist the teacher with large group activities, grading work, guiding independent study or enrichment activities, and providing accommodations and modifications as necessary.
• Utilize behavior support and intervention strategies.
• Implement de-escalation techniques, crisis management, and physical restraint if necessary to maintain the safety of students and staff.
• Support the creation and implementation of daily plans.
• Support, document, and track student growth and progress toward academic, social, and emotional goals.
• Supervise students and ensure they are always monitored, including to and from appropriate school locations.
• Work in collaboration with other teachers, assistant teachers, and related service providers to address students' needs.

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI) is seeking a Behavior Support Specialist to work in in-district classrooms and schools serving students with special needs.

You will support teachers, implement behavior intervention strategies, and monitor student progress using SESI's CASE PBIS framework. In this role, you will collaborate with diverse staff, provide individualized services, and help create daily plans while maintaining safety and positive learning environments.