Elementary Behavior Support Specialist — Empower Students

Mason Public Schools; Michigan; On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

School retirement plan

10 paid sick days

6 paid holidays

3 school closure days

Job summary

Mason Public Schools is seeking a dedicated Behavior Support Specialist for Steele Elementary in Mason, MI. In-person role focusing on Title I student support through individualized behavioral plans.

The position requires experience in elementary education, trauma-informed approaches, and relevant certifications; strong communication and organizational skills are essential for building-wide behavior initiatives and family collaboration.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Experience in elementary education, child development or child-related field.
• Three years work experience in elementary education or related field (desired).
• Experience with restorative practices and trauma-informed approaches (desired).
• Current certification in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention or De-Escalation (desired).
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal and organizational skills (desired).
• Effective verbal and written communication skills (desired).
• Ability to support building-wide systems for behavior expectations (desired).

Responsibilities

• Assist Steele Elementary staff in developing and implementing tiered behavior supports and interventions for at-risk students.
• Provide developmentally appropriate academic, social and emotional experiences.
• Offer feedback and behavior supports to align with building goals.
• Coordinate with families, teachers, and community agencies as referrals arise.
• Document and monitor data collection systems to evaluate interventions.
• Communicate with families and staff about student behavior and progress.
• Supervise students before/after school and during lunch, recess, and transitions.
• Support School-wide behavioral expectations and participate in Student Support Team meetings.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Verbal and written communication

Technology proficiency

Crisis intervention experience

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or Associate in Elementary Education, Child Development, or child-related field

Elementary Education Teaching Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Student information systems

Job description

Mason Public Schools is seeking a dedicated Behavior Support Specialist for Steele Elementary in Mason, MI. In-person role focusing on Title I student support through individualized behavioral plans.

The position requires experience in elementary education, trauma-informed approaches, and relevant certifications; strong communication and organizational skills are essential for building-wide behavior initiatives and family collaboration.