Special Education Specialist (Behavior and Autism)

Education Service Center, Region 2; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 68,379 - 100,489; Full time

Job summary

Education Service Center, Region 2, in Corpus Christi, TX, seeks a qualified administrator to oversee networked projects and programs aiding school districts in applying federal/state laws and board rules, including accommodations, modifications, and differentiated instruction.

The role emphasizes PBIS, data collection, FBA processes, and collaboration with educators to meet diverse student needs and timelines set by accountability systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required. Bachelor's is required for the role.
• Master's degree preferred for advancement and leadership.
• Certified in Special Education is required to practice in this capacity.
• Endorsed as a Behavior Coach preferred, or seek endorsement.
• Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) preferred for program leadership.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned network, projects, and programs to assist school districts in implementing federal and state laws and regulations.
• Provide training, technical assistance, and services related to these projects and regional needs.
• Stay abreast of changes and timelines for accountability systems related to special education, including PBIS, FBA, and IEP processes.

Skills

Strong communication

Public relations

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Special Education certification

Behavior Coach endorsement

BCBA

Job description

This position manages assigned network, projects, and programs to assist school districts in implementing federal laws and regulations, state laws and Commissioner and State Board of Education rules that meet the diverse needs of all students. Provides training, technical assistance, activities, and services related to these projects and network activities and regional needs, including technical assistance and training on accommodations and modifications, co-teaching, and differentiated instruction. Keep abreast of changes and timelines/deadlines for systems such as RDA and SPP as well as other federal/state accountability systems directly related to special education. Services will be based on a region-wide needs assessment system that include the priority areas listed in special education state and federal regulations and state deliverables and requirements addressing the social emotional development of students in schools.

Education Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree Required; Master's Degree Preferred
• Certified in Special Education
• Endorsed as a Behavior Coach Preferred, or acquire endorsement
• Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) Preferred

Salary: From 68379.00

Salary: To 100489.00

Salary Type Annually

Experience

• Experience implementing and monitoring Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports (PBIS)
• Experience with data collection and implementing Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA)
• Experience working with students with disabilities in an inclusive setting.
• Experience with IEP development and ARD and Manifestation Determination Review processes.
• Experience with classroom management support.

Special Knowledge And Skills

• Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently with a team of diverse adults to provide the services for regional stakeholders.
• Strong program development and project management in special education and general education as an educator and/or administrator with quantifiable and clear results for student achievement.
• High expectations for the achievement of students with disabilities.