Student Support - Behavior Support Specialist, Lancaster/SCV

iLEAD California Charters • Castaic, CA

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About The Position

The Behavior Support Specialist develops materials and provides resources and professional development to educators, para-educators, and parents or guardians in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and/or other evidence-based methods for supporting learners with behavioral, social-emotional, and cognitive challenges. The role supports learners enrolled in iLEAD schools and involves contributing behavior recommendations and plans that meet applicable education requirements.

The position works collaboratively with educators and IEP team members, while also requiring independent prioritization and management of behavior-service documentation. The specialist may work across multiple school sites and must travel between them weekly. The role reports to the School Director or designee.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Behavior Analysis, Education, Special Education, Psychology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in Applied Behavior Analysis in a supervisory role supporting behavior therapists or paraeducators.
• Ability to drive between multiple school sites on a weekly basis.
• Ability to manage conflict with a solutions-based mindset.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Outstanding organizational skills and high attention to detail.
• Knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis principles and practices.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, prioritize tasks, and manage spreadsheets.
• Ability to work effectively with technology, including word processing software and internet-based databases.
• Ability to communicate professionally, analyze detailed documentation and data, make informed decisions in high-stress situations, and present to groups.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with the Google platform.
• Advanced training in goal development and writing and implementing Functional Behavior Assessments and Behavior Intervention Plans.
• Experience participating in IEP team meetings, making behavior recommendations for services and accommodations, and using IEP management systems such as SEIS.

Responsibilities

• Apply principles and practices of Applied Behavior Analysis to recommend services and behavior management plans for learners.
• Assist with Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) assessments and develop Behavior Intervention Plans aligned with IDEA and the California Education Code.
• Prioritize tasks and goals, manage spreadsheets, and ensure behavior minutes are tracked and completed in accordance with learners’ IEPs.
• Provide behavioral recommendations to paraeducators, teachers, and other IEP team members in person and virtually.
• Participate in IEP team meetings and make recommendations for behavior services and accommodations.
• Manage or support 1:1 staff and delegate as needed in project management situations.
• Use technology, including word processing software, internet-based databases, and IEP management systems such as SEIS.
• Provide resources and professional development to educators, para-educators, and parents or guardians.
• Travel between multiple school sites on a weekly basis.
• Maintain professional competence through professional development and other growth activities.
• Perform other responsibilities as defined by the designated supervisor.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level