K-12 Behavior Intervention Specialist

Specialized Education Services, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with employer match

Paid training

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Specialized Education Services, Inc. is hiring a Behavior Support Specialist to work with students with intensive behavioral needs in our K-12 programs and partner schools. You will collaborate with teachers and a multidisciplinary team to implement personalized support plans and monitor progress.

The role emphasizes PBIS/CASE frameworks, crisis de-escalation, thorough documentation, and proactive parent communication. A high school diploma is required; higher education is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; college experience or bachelor’s degree highly preferred.
• Experience implementing behavioral interventions for students with intensive behavioral needs.
• Emotional resilience and ability to remain calm in stressful situations.

Responsibilities

• Support students with intensive behavioral needs in classroom and site-wide settings.
• Develop and implement behavior support plans with a multidisciplinary team.
• Record incidents and progress toward goals.
• Use PBIS strategies and site incentive programs.
• De-escalation, crisis management, and safe physical interventions when needed.
• Communicate with parents and collaborate with staff.

Skills

Emotional resilience

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Specialized Education Services, Inc. is hiring a Behavior Support Specialist to work with students with intensive behavioral needs in our K-12 programs and partner schools. You will collaborate with teachers and a multidisciplinary team to implement personalized support plans and monitor progress.

The role emphasizes PBIS/CASE frameworks, crisis de-escalation, thorough documentation, and proactive parent communication. A high school diploma is required; higher education is preferred.