IDEA Behavior Specialist
About The Position
The Behavior Specialist supports students receiving Special Education services and students identified through the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) framework. This position is responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), coaching teachers to ensure behavior supports are implemented with fidelity, and strengthening proactive classroom behavior systems. The Behavior Specialist works collaboratively with campus leadership, teachers, case managers, families, and related service providers to promote positive student outcomes, build teacher capacity, and ensure compliance with IDEA and district procedures.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- Experience working with students with disabilities.
- Experience developing and implementing Behavior Intervention Plans.
- Knowledge of IDEA and IEP processes.
- Strong understanding of behavior intervention strategies.
- Ability to analyze and interpret student data.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to coach and support adult learners.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
- Strong organizational and documentation skills.
Nice To Haves
- Valid Special Education certification (if applicable).
- CPI or other crisis prevention/de-escalation training.
- Master’s degree preferred in Special Education, Psychology, Social Work, Behavior Analysis, or related field.
- Experience working within MTSS frameworks preferred.
Responsibilities
- Develop, write, and revise Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) for students receiving Special Education services.
- Support Tier 2 and Tier 3 behavior interventions within the MTSS framework.
- Monitor implementation fidelity of BIPs and behavior supports.
- Analyze student behavior data and adjust interventions accordingly.
- Provide short-term direct support and behavior coaching for students as needed.
- Support development of measurable behavior goals aligned to IEPs and MTSS plans.
- Train and support teachers in implementing behavior plans effectively.
- Model behavior management strategies and de-escalation techniques.
- Provide classroom management strategies aligned with student needs.
- Support staff with documentation required for ARD/IEP and MTSS meetings.
- Assist with preparation for manifestation determination reviews when applicable.
- Participate in ARD/IEP meetings when behavior supports are required.
- Collaborate in MTSS meetings to review data and recommend interventions.
- Ensure behavior plans align with IDEA and district procedures.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation.
- Collaborate with counselors, social workers, and other service providers to ensure coordinated supports.
- Monitor progress toward IEP behavior goals.
- Provide regular progress reports to case managers and leadership.
- Utilize district data systems to track intervention effectiveness.
- Support data-driven decision making related to student behavior interventions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
