School-Based Behavior Support Specialist

Clevelandschools; Cleveland (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Clevelandschools is seeking a Behavior Support Interventionist to partner with administrators, teachers, and families to implement evidence-based behavior interventions in the classroom. The role emphasizes collaboration, development and delivery of staff PD on prevention strategies, participation in IEP meetings, and ongoing assessment using functional behavior assessments.

Qualified applicants will have a Master’s in Special Education (preferred), relevant school experience, and appropriate

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Special Education preferred.
• Previous experience in a school setting.
• BCBA certification preferred (as certified by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board).
• Appropriate Tennessee teaching certification.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, school personnel and parents.
• Ability to maintain a cooperative, harmonious relationship within the school setting which fosters recognition and respect for every individual.

Responsibilities

• Requires regular, reliable, and punctual in-person attendance at the assigned work location.
• Observes upon referral from counselors, principals, and other school personnel students in the classroom setting demonstrating inappropriate behaviors.
• Consults with classroom teachers and other school administrators and support personnel about effective behavioral prevention strategies to decrease frequency of disruptive behaviors.
• Conducts professional development sessions for teachers and parent groups on developmentally appropriate behavioral prevention and intervention strategies.
• Attends IEP, eligibility, and case management meetings as appropriate.
• Collaborates with mental health personnel in referring students with more severe emotional/behavioral issues.
• Provides techniques for teachers and other school personnel in de-escalating student conflicts.
• Provides consultative services for teachers in developing psychologically comfortable learning environments.
• Performs functional behavior assessments, writes behavior intervention plans, and uses other assessment instruments as needed.
• Consults with the Supervisor of Special Populations as requested to meet student needs.
• Recommends a variety resources for students and families needing assistance.
• Facilitates a smoother transition for identified at-risk students going from elementary to middle school and from middle school to high school by working with counselors, principals, and teachers.
• Completes reports and paperwork within established timeframes.
• Models behavioral management techniques for teachers.
• Serves as part of the Raider Ready team.
• Performs other related duties assigned by the Director of Student Services, Supervisor of Special Populations, or the Director of Schools

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Behavior intervention planning

Experience in school setting

Education

Master's degree in Special Education

Job description

Clevelandschools is seeking a Behavior Support Interventionist to partner with administrators, teachers, and families to implement evidence-based behavior interventions in the classroom. The role emphasizes collaboration, development and delivery of staff PD on prevention strategies, participation in IEP meetings, and ongoing assessment using functional behavior assessments.

Qualified applicants will have a Master’s in Special Education (preferred), relevant school experience, and appropriate