T26/27 TITLE I BEHAVIOR SPECIALIST (Randolph)

Arlington Public Schools•Arlington, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a 0.5 FTE Title I Behavior Specialist position located at Randolph Elementary School. The specialist works across special education and general education settings and collaborates with school-based staff, special education coordinators, student services personnel, families, and central office colleagues to plan and deliver programs and services for students with and without disabilities in grades pre-K through 12. The position involves observing students, developing and implementing individual and group behavior management and modification plans, supporting classroom teachers, and contributing to behavior intervention and crisis management planning. Salary is based on the FY2026-27 salary schedule; the T-Scale range is $56,458–$139,828. The position is benefits eligible.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Special Education or Psychology.
Eligibility for a Postgraduate Certificate with endorsement in one or more disability areas covered under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act, 2004, or in a related field.
Training in crisis prevention and intervention techniques.
Familiarity with Applied Behavior Analysis.
Familiarity with Trauma-Informed Practices.
Valid Special Education licensure and/or certification as a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
Demonstrated success in developing, implementing, and evaluating individual and group behavior management and modification plans.
Experience as a team member in developing, implementing, and evaluating behavior management plans.
Experience working with children with various disabilities and mental health needs, such as autism, ADHD, and anxiety, in K-12 school settings.
Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Nice To Haves

Dual endorsement in English as a Second Language and/or Special Education, or in any other content area; preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Conduct student observations to support the development of behavior management and behavior modification plans.
Develop and implement individual and group behavior management plans for students in grades pre-K through 12.
Model strategies and behavior systems for classroom teachers.
Provide in-service training for teachers and staff on behavior management for children and adolescents.
Consult with teachers, staff, and families to develop behavior intervention plans.
Facilitate the development of functional behavior analyses and resulting behavior plans.
Participate in the design, implementation, and evaluation of crisis management plans.
Participate as a team member with school-based and central office-based colleagues.
Work with school-based staff, special education coordinators, and student services personnel in planning and delivering programs and services for children with and without disabilities, in special education and general education settings.