Intensive Behavior Support Coach (2026-2027 School Year)

Wichita Public Schools•Wichita, KS

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Intensive Behavior Support Coach will collaborate with building principals, educators, and staff to support student behavior. This role will focus on developing and implementing behavior interventions, de-escalating students, and working with staff in tracking data of students both behaviorally and academically.

Requirements

A current KS teaching license AND special education endorsement required for Kansas categorical aide
3 plus years of special education teaching service experience is required
Knowledge of public school operations
Ability to deal with confidential matters
Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with people from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds; (i.e., community, administrators, teachers, substitutes, classified, students, etc.)
Ability to listen, is organized, detail oriented, and is a self-starter
Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing with a wide range of audiences inside and outside of the organization for the purpose of giving and obtaining information
An advanced understanding of special education law governing IEP development, implementation, service structure, disciplinary procedures for students with disabilities
Advanced computer proficiency and the ability to effectively use Microsoft Word, Outlook, and advanced skills in Synergy which will be determined and validated by testing
Use of good judgment to make decisions on a wide range of spontaneously occurring special education program issues
Ability to analyze unique situations and generate problem solving responses with existing staff and resources
Ability to communicate effectively with a supervisor when their discretion is needed
Displays a significant degree of professionalism and confidentiality
Ability to conform to proper standards of professional dress and appearance
Knowledge of company's mission, purpose, goals and the role of every employee in achieving each of them

Responsibilities

Assist the building team in developing and implementing a proactive and positive approach to behavior management including oversight of functional behavioral assessments and individual behavior plans as needed
Supports students with disabilities having access to a variety of activities that support their leadership, physical, emotional, social and educational growth in the least restrictive environment
Builds and sustains partnerships with families, related service providers, general education staff, and community partners to ensure collaboration among a multidisciplinary team support for each student
Supports standards of student conduct and respond to students in crisis when appropriate
Demonstrates a strong foundation in positive behavior supports
Designs and implements multi-faceted behavior interventions based on data
Demonstrates confidentiality when dealing with students, parents, and school employees
Understands and works with the various support systems available in the school and community
Understands and follows district policies and guidelines when dealing with violations of the student code of conduct
Understands Special Education regulations including the Least Restrictive Behavior Intervention
Possesses excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to handle emotionally charged situations
Ability to coach others to apply effective behavior management techniques
Models and reviews clear and concise classroom structure, rules, routines, procedures, and expectations individualized to student need
Assists in additional duties as assigned by supervisor.