School-Based Behavior Support Specialist

Barber National Institute; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 31,960,000 - 35,818,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

On-site campus access

Discounted weekday childcare

Job summary

Barber National Institute in Erie, PA seeks a Behavior Support Associate for General McLane School District during the 2026/2027 school year. You will work with children in educational settings who may exhibit challenging behaviors, implementing behavior strategies and collecting progress data.

This role supports teachers and therapists, collaborates across AS, ES, and Life Skills classrooms, and requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, as well as background clearances.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• Background clearances required: State Police, Child Abuse, FBI.
• Willingness to complete safety and behavioral training.

Responsibilities

• Implement behavior strategies in classroom settings.
• Collect and monitor data to track student progress.
• Support teachers and therapists during instruction and activities.
• Collaborate with educators to adjust care plans.

Skills

Patience

Communication

Teamwork

Empathy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, education, or related field

High school diploma + 2 years relevant experience

Job description

Barber National Institute in Erie, PA seeks a Behavior Support Associate for General McLane School District during the 2026/2027 school year. You will work with children in educational settings who may exhibit challenging behaviors, implementing behavior strategies and collecting progress data.

This role supports teachers and therapists, collaborates across AS, ES, and Life Skills classrooms, and requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, as well as background clearances.