District Lead — Special Education & Behavior Interventions

ReNEW Schools; Decatur (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

ReNEW Schools seeks a Coordinator of Special Education - Behavior to provide district-level leadership, coordination, and support for positive behavioral systems to improve student outcomes. The role collaborates with district leaders, building staff, families, and service providers to implement FBAs, BIPs, MTSS, PBIS, crisis prevention, and data-driven decision making.

You will coach, train, and model practices, oversee contracted behavior interventionists, and ensure interventions are

Qualifications

• Valid Indiana special education teaching license or related credential (including BCBA, Administrative License, Director of Exceptional Learners).
• Administrative licensure and experience preferred.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience supporting students with behavioral needs, including experience with positive behavior supports, behavior intervention systems.
• Functional Behavior Assessments, Behavior Intervention Plans, and evidence-based interventions.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with administrators, teachers, families, and multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement behavior support systems.
• Strong understanding of special education law, federal and state regulations, and compliance requirements related to student behavior programming.
• Proven ability to analyze behavioral data and utilize information to develop, monitor, and adjust intervention plans and district systems.
• Demonstrated ability to provide coaching, modeling, and professional development to support educators in implementing effective behavioral strategies.
• Strong organizational, communication, interpersonal, and technology skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding student records and educational information.
• Successful completion of required criminal history background checks.

Responsibilities

• Provide district-level leadership and support in the development, implementation, and monitoring of positive behavioral intervention systems.
• Lead and support the development and implementation of FBAs, BIPs, and individualized behavior supports for students.
• Collaborate with building administrators, special education staff, general education teachers, and related service providers to identify student needs and develop appropriate behavioral interventions.
• Provide consultation and coaching through classroom observations, student observations, staff meetings, modeling, problem-solving, and ongoing follow-up support.
• Support Tier 2 and Tier 3 behavioral interventions through collaboration with MTSS teams, problem-solving teams, case conference committees, and other student support teams.
• Analyze discipline and behavioral data to identify trends, support decision-making, and develop strategies to improve student outcomes and reduce disproportionality.
• Assist teams in developing proactive classroom management systems and implementing research-based behavioral strategies.
• Provide direct support to students through individual, small group, and whole group behavioral instruction and intervention when appropriate.
• Support the reintegration of students following disciplinary removals through restorative practices, intervention planning, staff collaboration, and behavioral supports.
• Provide professional development and training for district staff related to positive behavior supports, behavior management systems, crisis prevention practices, and evidence-based interventions.
• Serve as the district lead for Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) / crisis response training and support.
• Provide oversight, coordination, and support for contracted behavior interventionists or behavioral support personnel assigned within the district.
• Collaborate with evaluation teams and special education teams regarding students with behavioral needs.
• Support staff understanding and implementation of accommodations, modifications, and specially designed instruction related to behavioral needs.
• Maintain current knowledge of evidence-based behavioral practices, special education regulations, and emerging trends in behavioral supports.

Education

Valid Indiana special education teaching license or related credential (including BCBA, Administrative License, Director of Exceptional Learners)

Administrative licensure and experience preferred

Minimum of 3-5 years of experience supporting students with behavioral needs

Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs)

Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)

Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS)

Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS)

Data-driven behavioral decision making

Coaching and professional development

Confidentiality and compliance with student records

Job description

ReNEW Schools seeks a Coordinator of Special Education - Behavior to provide district-level leadership, coordination, and support for positive behavioral systems to improve student outcomes. The role collaborates with district leaders, building staff, families, and service providers to implement FBAs, BIPs, MTSS, PBIS, crisis prevention, and data-driven decision making.

You will coach, train, and model practices, oversee contracted behavior interventionists, and ensure interventions are