Interim Behavior Support Specialist

Denver Language School • Denver, CO

24d

About The Position

The Interim Behavior Support Specialist provides dedicated one-to-one support to a primary-grade student at Denver Language School. The student’s qualifying IEP requires support with self-regulation, classroom readiness, and social-skill development. The position provides 3.5 hours of dedicated adult support per day and is responsible for observing, supervising, redirecting, and documenting the student’s behavioral development and social-emotional growth in accordance with the student’s individual health care plan.

The role implements the student’s IEP accommodations and modifications in academic and nonacademic settings, collects data on individual IEP goals related to health under the supervision of a special education teacher, and communicates with the student and parent about progress at the supervising teacher’s direction. The position is interim and paid hourly at $24.00 per hour. The anticipated start date is as soon as possible, but no later than 11/01/2026. The vacancy is posted until 10/31/2026 or until filled. The selected candidate reports to the Whiteman Elementary School Principal.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• In addition to a high school diploma or GED, one of the following: proof of passing the TABE D Adult Education Test for Reading and Math; SAT scores within the last five years of at least 500 in Math and 470 in Reading; or transcripts verifying at least 48 semester hours of undergraduate coursework from an accredited college or university.
• Complete required trainings within 75 days of initial hire.
• Knowledge of Google products, including Google Docs and spreadsheets.
• Effective time-management and organizational skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to monitor and supervise assigned student activity for sustained periods and anticipate needs to maintain a safe environment.
• Ability to take responsibility for one’s own performance.
• Ability to work collaboratively with others on a team.
• Ability to adapt to variety, changing expectations, and a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to provide a positive learning environment and promote student independence.
• Ability to coordinate and work effectively with site staff, school and community members, and a diverse student population.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; either degree satisfies the stated minimum education requirements.
• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide 3.5 hours of dedicated one-to-one support each day to a primary-grade student.
• Provide services to the student as outlined in the student’s Individual Education Plan (IEP).
• Implement student accommodations and modifications in academic and nonacademic settings throughout the school day.
• Observe, supervise, and redirect student behavior, supporting self-regulation, classroom readiness, and social-skill development.
• Maintain a safe environment by monitoring student activity and using trauma-informed best practices and de-escalation strategies to redirect unfocused or unsafe behavior.
• Collect data on the student’s individual IEP goals related to health under the supervision of a special education teacher.
• Perform data entry and verification; maintain accurate files and records; and create detailed reports using existing systems.
• Communicate and coordinate with the student and parent about student growth at the direction of the supervising special education teacher.
• Provide clear directions and maintain high expectations related to individual student goals.
• Receive, understand, and share information with appropriate stakeholders; answer questions and solve problems effectively.
• Collaborate with site staff, school and community members, and a diverse student population.

Benefits

• PTO, with an option to roll days to the following school year; prorated for the part-time schedule.
• Employee assistance program and online mental health support paid by the school.
• Early student release each Friday to provide opportunities for professional development and collaboration.
• Discounted rates for after-school Fun Clubs and out-of-state travel for employees’ children.
• Individualized coaching and support, as well as school-funded professional development.
• Employees’ children receive priority in student enrollment, subject to seat availability.
• Short-term disability insurance paid fully by the school.
• Term life insurance paid fully by the school.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED