Exceptional Children Behavior and Autism Speciaist

Johnston County Public Schools; Smithfield (NC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnston County Public Schools is seeking an Exceptional Children Behavior and Autism Specialist in Smithfield, NC. The role reports to the Director of Exceptional Children and features teaching-licensed leadership within the Exceptional Children Programs.

The position involves coaching, conducting functional behavior assessments, developing and implementing behavior plans, and delivering professional learning to educators and staff. Ten-month term with potential extension.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in applied behavioral sciences, psychology, special education, or related field is required.
• Experience providing educational or behavioral services to students with disabilities, including autism spectrum disorders.
• Minimum of five years experience serving students with disabilities.
• Valid North Carolina teaching license.

Responsibilities

• Visit schools regularly to coach and model behavior intervention strategies.
• Conduct functional behavior assessments and assist with PET plans.
• Support development and implementation of progress monitoring tools.
• Design and deliver professional learning for teachers and administrators.
• Attend IEP meetings and collaborate with colleagues statewide.

Skills

Autism support

Behavior interventions

Progress monitoring

Coaching staff

IEP meetings

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field (applied behavioral sciences, psychology, special education)

Job description

Exceptional Children Behavior and Autism Speciaist

Johnston County Public Schools Exceptional Children's Services - Smithfield, North Carolina Open in Google Maps

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

JOHNSTON COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION: Exceptional Children Behavior and Autism Specialist

LOCATION: Exceptional Children Programs (School Locations TBA)

SALARY: Teacher’s Salary Schedule

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT: 10 Months (with option to extend to 11 month)

REPORTS TO: Director of Exceptional Children

QUALIFICATIONS AND ATTRIBUTES:

• A Bachelor of Arts or Science (or higher) in applied behavioral sciences, psychology, special education, or related field is required.
• Experience in providing educational and/or behavioral services for students with disabilities including autism spectrum disorders, developmental disabilities and other behavior disorders.
• Minimum of five years experience providing services to students with disabilities.
• Must possess a valid North Carolina teaching license.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Regularly visit schools to provide coaching and modeling of effective behavior intervention strategies.
• Conduct functional behavior assessments.
• Assist with developing behavior intervention plans, and support implementation of established plans.
• Assist with development of progress monitoring tools and analysis of progress monitoring data.
• Design and deliver professional learning for teachers and administrators.
• Collaborate with school- and district-based colleagues.
• Attend IEP meetings, as determined appropriate.
• Effectively present complex information on behavior, behavioral assessment, and implementation of behavior plans to staff and families.
• Work with children and adolescents that have behavioral, learning and social challenges.
• Work with a variety of service providers and agencies.
• Maintain professional skills and knowledge, including adhering to strict confidentiality standards.
• Develop and compile a variety of records and reports.
• Other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to communicate orally and in writing with parents, staff, and community members.
• Must be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of fingering, grasping, kneeling, sitting, walking, stooping, reaching, lifting, pushing, pulling, talking, seeing, hearing, and repetitive motion.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must possess a valid North Carolina driver’s license.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with parents, teachers, students, administrators, community leaders, agency representatives, and others.
• CPI certification or willingness and ability to become certified.
• Must be adaptable to performing under stress and when confronted with emergency situations

DISCLAIMERS: The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position. They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and skills that may be required of the employees assigned to this position. This description may be revised by the supervisor, with HR review and approval, at any time.

Johnston County Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in the employment or promotion of employees on the basis of gender, race, religion, age, national origin or disability.

Exceptional Children Behavior and Autism Speciaist

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Job Details

Job ID: 5793044

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jun 22, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

JOHNSTON COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION: Exceptional Children Behavior and Autism Specialist

LOCATION: Exceptional Children Programs (School Locations TBA)

SALARY: Teacher’s Salary Schedule

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT: 10 Months (with option to extend to 11 month)

REPORTS TO: Director of Exceptional Children

QUALIFICATIONS AND ATTRIBUTES:

• A Bachelor of Arts or Science (or higher) in applied behavioral sciences, psychology, special education, or related field is required.
• Experience in providing educational and/or behavioral services for students with disabilities including autism spectrum disorders, developmental disabilities and other behavior disorders.
• Minimum of five years experience providing services to students with disabilities.
• Must possess a valid North Carolina teaching license.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Regularly visit schools to provide coaching and modeling of effective behavior intervention strategies.
• Conduct functional behavior assessments.
• Assist with developing behavior intervention plans, and support implementation of established plans.
• Assist with development of progress monitoring tools and analysis of progress monitoring data.
• Design and deliver professional learning for teachers and administrators.
• Collaborate with school- and district-based colleagues.
• Attend IEP meetings, as determined appropriate.
• Effectively present complex information on behavior, behavioral assessment, and implementation of behavior plans to staff and families.
• Work with children and adolescents that have behavioral, learning and social challenges.
• Work with a variety of service providers and agencies.
• Maintain professional skills and knowledge, including adhering to strict confidentiality standards.
• Develop and compile a variety of records and reports.
• Other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to communicate orally and in writing with parents, staff, and community members.
• Must be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of fingering, grasping, kneeling, sitting, walking, stooping, reaching, lifting, pushing, pulling, talking, seeing, hearing, and repetitive motion.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must possess a valid North Carolina driver’s license.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with parents, teachers, students, administrators, community leaders, agency representatives, and others.
• CPI certification or willingness and ability to become certified.
• Must be adaptable to performing under stress and when confronted with emergency situations

DISCLAIMERS: The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position. They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and skills that may be required of the employees assigned to this position. This description may be revised by the supervisor, with HR review and approval, at any time.

Johnston County Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in the employment or promotion of employees on the basis of gender, race, religion, age, national origin or disability.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Melissa Weber , Executive Director of Exceptional Children
• Exceptional Children's Services
• Email: [e-mail]

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