Behavioral Specialist

Melissa ISD; United States; A distancia; USD 52.000 - 68.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

TRS ActiveCare medical insurance

Life insurance policy

192 School Days

District benefit contributions

Descripción de la vacante

Melissa ISD is seeking a Behavioral Specialist for the 2026-2027 school year to support teachers, staff, and families in addressing challenging behaviors and implementing behavior plans.

You will design BIPs, conduct FBAs, participate in ARD meetings, monitor progress toward IEP goals, provide staff and parent training, and ensure safety through crisis intervention when needed.

Formación

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's degree required.
• Texas teaching certificate with special education endorsements required.
• BCBA certification preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Design and implement Behavioral Intervention Plans (BIPs) for students.
• Conduct Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBA) based on observations.
• Attend ARD meetings and contribute to IEP goal setting.
• Monitor and adjust interventions based on data.
• Provide staff and parent training on behavior management.
• Ensure safety and crisis intervention when necessary.
• Provide consultative support with district resources.

Conocimientos

Behavior management

Staff training

Collaboration

Communication skills

Crisis intervention

Interpersonal skills

Educación

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree

Texas teaching certificate with special education endorsements

BCBA preferred

Descripción del empleo

Behavioral Specialist for school year 2026-2027

Job Description:

Provide support and training for teachers, staff, and parents to address and manage children with challenging behaviors.

Instructional and Program Management

• 1. Collaborate with teachers to design and develop behavioral intervention plans (BIP) and provide support to instructional staff in implementing BIPs and classroom management strategies.
• 2. Monitor the effectiveness of behavior intervention plans and recommend changes as needed.
• 3. Conduct functional behavioral assessment (FBA) based on observation of students in school, home, and community environments. Work with school staff and parents in teaching socially acceptable behaviors to students based on individual needs.
• 4. Participate in admission, review, and dismissal (ARD) committee meetings. Work collaboratively with parents, teachers, and other staff members to ensure success in meeting individual educational plan (IEP) goals.
• 5. Manage student behavior and administer discipline including intervening in crisis situations and physically restraining students as necessary according to IEP.

Training and Staff Development

• 6. Identify staff development needs, develop and present training, and coach campus personnel to continually develop and enhance behavioral assessment and intervention skills.
• 7. Provide behavior management training for parents as needed.

Other

• 8. Consult with district and outside resources regarding education, social, medical, and personal needs of students.
• 9. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• 10. Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.
• 11. Keep informed of and comply with federal, state, district, and school regulations and policies for special education.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• High school diploma or GED
• Bachelor's degree from accredited university
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required special education endorsements for assignments

BCBA preferred

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of special needs of students in assigned area
• Knowledge of Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee process and
• Individual Education Plan (IEP) goal setting and implementation
• Knowledge of behavior and social skill intervention techniques and methodology
• Ability to work with students with pervasive developmental disabilities
• Ability to develop and deliver training to adult learners
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• General knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Title I experience preferred

FLSA Status: Exempt

Salary:

• Based on experience
• $350 for district contribution toward benefits: $125 toward TRS ActiveCare medical insurance only, $225.00 toward qualified benefits
• $20,000 district paid life insurance policy
• 192 Days