Behavior Specialist - 1.0 FTE at Horace Mann Elementary

Sioux Falls School District•Sioux Falls, SD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Join the team at Horace Mann Elementary, where we foster a community built on respect, individuality, and a shared commitment to learning. At Horace Mann, students are encouraged to try their best, treat others with kindness, and contribute to a positive school environment. Be a part of a team that values personal growth and works together to make our school a great place to learn and thrive.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in psychology, sociology, counseling, social work, or related field required.
Knowledge of strategies to manage behavior.
May be required to physically manage students, exerting up to 50 pounds of force.
Experience with behavior management.
Computer competency in word processing, data bases and spreadsheets.

Nice To Haves

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) preferred.
Experience in a behavioral treatment facility may be considered in lieu of a degree.

Responsibilities

Works collaboratively with district staff and families to create supportive, inclusive, and respectful learning environments for all students, particularly students who exhibit challenging behaviors
Facilitates and conducts Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA) for the purpose of developing individual support plans for student.
Identifies strengths of children and positive reinforcement and motivation techniques for individuals through the FBA, classroom observations, and problem solving/team meetings
Works with individual students in 1:1 and small group settings to reinforce behavioral goals/objectives outlined by the problem-solving team.
Assesses individual student needs, providing input with the team in creating and implementing the intervention plan related to behavioral and emotional needs.
Assesses impending agitation and escalation of behavioral change and participates in the behavioral management of these students.
Is alert to potential problems.
Maintains timely and accurate records of behavior incidents and supports the student team with ongoing progress monitoring in accordance with the individual behavior plan.
Models and supervises implementation of behavior interventions and behavior support plans in collaboration with the Behavior Facilitator and educational team
Interacts with team members and participates in problem solving meetings to provide a positive and challenging environment for students to achieve their individual goals and objectives.
Establishes a positive rapport with students, co-workers and parents which conveys enthusiasm and caring.
Works cooperatively with team members to outline a behavior plan and evaluate the plan's appropriateness and need for modifications.
Demonstrates knowledge of behavioral strategies.
Shares responsibility and offers assistance to co-workers with the intent of gradually releasing responsibility for behavior support and intervention to the school-based team.
Communicates clearly with students, co-workers, and parents.
Collaborates regularly with other staff and engages in data-based decision making as well as ongoing review of documentation and progress monitoring to support the management of challenging behaviors.
Maintains the confidentiality of students, building level teams, and families.
Maintains record of physical management of students.
Consistently models the ethical implementation of evidence-based, positive behavior supports for all students
Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
May be reassigned to building level position.