Elementary Behavior Specialist

Petoskey Schools; Petoskey (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Public Schools of Petoskey is seeking an Elementary Behavior Support Specialist to support positive behavior and safe learning. The role provides direct student interventions and collaborates with general and special education teams to design evidence-based supports.

You will work with administrators, related service providers, paraprofessionals, and families to implement data-driven plans and ensure students access to instruction in the least restrictive environment. Starting date is immediate.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher required.
• Experience implementing positive behavioral interventions.
• Knowledge of functional behavioral assessment and data collection.
• Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct student instruction and intervention.
• Conduct functional behavioral assessments and plan behaviors.
• Consultation, coaching, and staff development.
• Student support and crisis prevention.
• Collaboration with teachers, administrators, and families.
• Data collection and documentation.

Skills

Behavior intervention experience

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration with staff

Data collection knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Michigan teaching certification (preferred)

BCBA credential (preferred)

EI/ASD endorsement (preferred)

ABA-related graduate coursework (preferred)

Job description

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Elementary Behavior Support Specialist

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Job Details

Job ID: 5079171
Application Deadline: Nov 24, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
Re-Posted: Yesterday

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Position Overview

The Elementary Behavior Support Specialist assists school staff in fostering and maintaining a positive, safe, and supportive learning environment. This role provides direct student behavioral interventions, staff consultation, and collaborative support to general and special education teachers in meeting the behavioral, social-emotional, and learning needs of students with significant support needs.

The specialist works collaboratively with general and special education teachers, building administrators, related service providers, paraprofessionals, and families to develop and implement evidence-based behavioral supports that increase student engagement, independence, and access to instruction.

The position emphasizes proactive intervention, data-based decision-making, staff capacity building, and successful student participation in the least restrictive environment.

Supervisor: Director of Special Education, in collaboration with building administrators for observation and evaluation processes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Direct Student Instruction and Intervention
• Functional Behavioral Assessment and Behavior Intervention Planning
• Consultation, Coaching, and Staff Development
• Student Support and Crisis Prevention
• Collaboration and Communication
• Data Collection and Documentation

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher
• Experience implementing positive behavioral interventions and individualized behavior support plans
• Knowledge of functional behavioral assessment, behavioral data collection, and evidence-based interventions
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, instructional, and collaborative skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) credential
• Valid Michigan teaching certification
• Michigan special education endorsement in Emotional Impairment (EI) or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
• Advanced training or graduate coursework in applied behavior analysis, behavioral intervention, or related areas
• Experience supporting students with intensive behavioral needs
• Demonstrated experience conducting FBAs and developing BIPs
• Experience providing professional development and coaching to educational staff
• Training in positive behavioral interventions and supports (PBIS), trauma-informed practices, and crisis prevention

Additional Responsibilities

Perform other duties consistent with the position's professional qualifications, certification, and assigned responsibilities, as directed by the district.

Position Expectations

The Elementary Behavior Support Specialist is expected to provide a balance of direct student instruction, behavioral consultation, and staff capacity building. This role is a part of the Special Education Department.

Student assignments and service priorities will be established collaboratively with the Director of Special Education and building administrators, based on documented student needs and district priorities.

EVALUATION:

Performance will be evaluated in accordance with the policy of the Board of Education and the Master Agreement between the Petoskey Board of Education and the Petoskey Education Association.

• Performance will be evaluated in accordance with the policy of the Board of Education and the Master Agreement between the Petoskey Board of Education and the Petoskey Education Association.
• Effective implementation of evidence-based behavioral interventions
• Effective collaboration with teachers, administrators, and families
• Accurate documentation, professional communication, and compliance with applicable requirements

The District will not discriminate against any person based on race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), height, weight, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, military service, or any other legally protected class. The Board reaffirms its long-standing policy of compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination. Any questions concerning discrimination should be directed to the Title IX Coordinator, Public Schools of Petoskey, 1130 Howard Street, Petoskey, MI 49770, or phone [phone].

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required