Behavioral Specialist-District Wide-#308408

Lee-County-Schools; Sanford (NC); Presencial; USD 48.000 - 64.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Lee County Schools seeks a Behavioral Specialist to support district-wide instructional programs in Sanford, NC. The role focuses on developing and implementing behavioral supports and IEPs to maximize student learning and social development.

The position requires NC teaching licensure, a relevant education degree, and strong collaboration with teachers, administrators, and families. Responsibilities include progress monitoring, crisis intervention, and maintaining EC records across settings.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree from an approved education program in the subject area.
• North Carolina teaching license.
• Extensive knowledge of behavioral supports and student motivation techniques.
• Ability to conduct IEP meetings and create relevant IEPs for students.

Responsabilidades

• Plan, instruct and organize instructional environments to help students learn subject matter and skills.
• Develop and implement Individual Education Programs (IEPs) in classroom settings.
• Monitor student progress and maintain EC records in compliance with guidelines.
• Provide crisis intervention for students as needed and work with EC/inclusive classrooms.

Conocimientos

Behavioral support

IEP development

Collaboration with teams

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in education

Descripción del empleo

Behavioral Specialist-District Wide-#308408

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Job Details

Job ID: 5919883

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 09, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Oct 3, 2026

Job Description

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an approved education program in the subject area.

• North Carolina teaching license.

Nature of Work

Definition:

To plan, instruct and organize instructional environments which help

students learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their

educational and social development.

Position Purpose:

The EC Teacher plans and provides academic experiences and is responsible for creating a flexible program. The EC Teacher also maintains an educational environment that provides specialized instruction for students who are differently abled in order for students to benefit from the general education curriculum to the greatest extent possible upon being provided the support of supplemental aides and accommodations if deemed necessary. Work will involve developing and implementing student’s Individual Education Programs in classroom settings that are compatible with the student’s age and developmental level, along with developing lesson plans, adapting materials and designing activities to assist EC students to develop appropriate academic, behavioral and social skills to meet their IEP goals. The EC Teacher monitors the progress of each student and maintains EC records in compliance with local, state and federal guidelines.

Minimum Qualifications:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Extensive knowledge of the principles and application of theory into practice for effective instruction and positive behavioral supports
• Extensive knowledge of human behavior, development and skill performance
• Extensive knowledge of student learning and motivation techniques
• Extensive knowledge of the assessment and treatment of behavior and affective disorders
• Provide positive behavioral support to students
• Extensive knowledge of local, state and federal mandates governing the determination of delivery of special education services
• Ability to complete observations, conduct IEP (Individual Education Plan) meetings and create relevant IEPs for each student
• Ability to work effectively with administrators, staff, central office staff, students and parents

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Effectively teach socially acceptable behavior by employing techniques in an overall positive behavioral support system
• Effectively establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining a safe and orderly environment in which students are able to learn
• Routinely meet with parents to discuss student progress and to determine priorities for given students and individualized educational needs
• Effectively provide crisis intervention for students, and those in EC and inclusive classrooms, as needed

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Special Education > Behavior Specialist / EBD

Special Education > General Special Education

Special Education > Multiple Disabilities

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Rachel Hurt , Director for Exceptional Children
• Central Office
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]