In-Class Behavior Support Specialist — Build Skills & Growth

The Stepping Stones Group, LLC; Poway (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The Stepping Stones Group is hiring Behavior Support Specialists to join our IMPACT program in California. You will be embedded in one classroom of up to 10 students, working with a small team including the classroom teacher and a Behavior Coach.

You’ll turn behavior science into daily practice, one routine and one breakthrough at a time. You’ll build real relationships with students, monitor progress with classroom data, and receive hands-on mentorship grounded in ABLE and Behavior Coaching

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience working with children or teens in a school, clinical, camp, or community setting.
• Patience, warmth, and a steady presence under pressure.
• Willingness to learn, take feedback, and grow as part of a team.
• Ability to complete required training and background clearances.
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Support students with behavioral, communication, and social-emotional needs across academics, transitions, and unstructured times like recess and lunch.
• Implement individualized supports and behavior plans with consistency and care.
• Teach and reinforce skills in the moment, using strategies modeled by your Behavior Coach.
• Work as part of the classroom team, sharing observations, adjusting in real time, and supporting one another.
• Set up classroom routines and visual supports that help students engage and learn.
• Collect data and take notes that help the team see progress and decide next steps.
• Communicate clearly and respectfully with teachers, school staff, and your SSG team.

Skills

School/clinical experience

Patience and warmth

Team collaboration

Willingness to learn

Training & background clearances

Driver's license

Reliable transportation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's or bachelor's degree

Coursework in education/psychology

Job description

The Stepping Stones Group is hiring Behavior Support Specialists to join our IMPACT program in California. You will be embedded in one classroom of up to 10 students, working with a small team including the classroom teacher and a Behavior Coach.

You’ll turn behavior science into daily practice, one routine and one breakthrough at a time. You’ll build real relationships with students, monitor progress with classroom data, and receive hands-on mentorship grounded in ABLE and Behavior Coaching