Special Education Teacher- Behavior Support

BASIS Ed; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

BASIS Richardson is hiring a Special Education Teacher- Behavior Support to start immediately. The role focuses on behavior support and intervention strategies to help students achieve academic and social-emotional goals.

Responsibilities include designing IEPs and BIPs, applying PBIS, conducting FBAs, and collaborating with families and staff to ensure consistent behavior support across environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Special Education or related field.
• Valid state certification in Special Education.
• Experience with students with challenging behaviors and social-emotional needs.
• Knowledge of behavior management techniques, BIPs, and FBAs.
• Experience implementing PBIS and crisis de-escalation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement IEPs addressing academic, social, emotional, and behavioral needs.
• Design and monitor behavior intervention plans (BIPs) and track progress.
• Apply PBIS strategies to ensure a safe learning environment.
• Conduct FBAs and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for interventions.
• Support students with challenging behaviors using proactive de-escalation techniques.
• Analyze data to inform instructional decisions.
• Collaborate with families and school staff to ensure consistency.
• Maintain documentation on interventions and compliance.

Skills

Behavior management

FBAs

PBIS

IEPs

Collaboration with families

Education

Bachelor's degree in Special Education

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Special Education Teacher- Behavior Support

BASIS Richardson is seeking qualified candidates for a Special Education Teacher- Behavior Support for an immediate start!

Visit https://enrollbasis.com/texas/richardson/ to learn more about us!

Position Summary

We are seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher with a strong background in behavior support and behavior intervention strategies. The ideal candidate is passionate about helping students achieve academic, social, emotional, and behavioral success through individualized instruction, proactive behavior management, and collaboration with school staff and families.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) that address students' academic, social, emotional, and behavioral needs.
• Design and implement behavior intervention plans (BIPs) and monitor student progress toward behavioral goals.
• Utilize evidence-based behavior support strategies, including positive behavior interventions and supports (PBIS), to create a safe and productive learning environment.
• Conduct functional behavior assessments (FBAs) and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop appropriate interventions.
• Support students with challenging behaviors using proactive de-escalation techniques and restorative practices.
• Analyze academic and behavioral data to inform instructional and intervention decisions.
• Partner with families, general education teachers, school counselors, and related service providers to ensure consistent behavior support across environments.
• Maintain accurate documentation related to behavioral interventions, progress monitoring, and compliance requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Special Education or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
• Valid state certification in Special Education.
• Experience working with students who exhibit challenging behaviors and social-emotional needs.
• Knowledge of behavior management techniques, behavior intervention plans, and functional behavior assessments.
• Experience implementing positive behavior support strategies and crisis prevention/de-escalation techniques.
• Strong collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Experience

• Background in behavior analysis, behavior intervention, behavior coaching, or social-emotional learning.
• Experience in self-contained, therapeutic, alternative education, or behavior-focused classroom settings.
• Familiarity with PBIS, trauma-informed practices, and data-driven behavioral interventions.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, and walk frequently throughout the school day.
• Occasionally lift up to 20 lbs.
• May require restraint training and intervention support as needed.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

In accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Boy Scouts of America Equal Access Act and applicable state law, BASIS* does not discriminate on the basis of any actual or perceived classification protected by law in any of its business activities, including its educational programs and activities which comply fully with the requirements of state and federal law and Title IX. Inquiries regarding BASIS’ nondiscrimination policies should be directed to [e-mail].

*As used in this policy, the term “BASIS” refers to: BASIS Educational Group, LLC; BASIS Charter Schools, Inc.; BDC, A Public Charter School, Inc.; BBR Schools, Inc.; BASIS Texas Charter Schools, Inc., and all affiliated entities.