Positive Behavior Specialist

Brookhaven School District•Brookhaven, MS

About The Position

To plan, organize and implement individualized educational instruction in a learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential

Requirements

Valid Mississippi teaching certificate with endorsement psychology, special education, or other approved area
Such alternative to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate

Responsibilities

Meets all professional conduct standards as set by MS Educator Code of Ethics Standards of Conduct
Meets regular and predictable attendance requirements in accordance with the District
Designs and assists in the implementation of behavior intervention plans based on the individual plan of a student with special services
Conduct Functional Behavioral Assessments
Writes functional behavior assessment reports
Ensure availability for support to schools and PBIS Team Meetings
Participates in Region 8 meetings within the district as needed
Assists with the maintenance of an educational atmosphere that is conducive to learning, giving the students every opportunity to improve their cognitive capabilities
Implements useful diagnostic and progress assessment measures that can help determine how students are improving in the area of behavior and social skills
Selects and uses research-based behavior methodology and materials consistent with the student's individualized educational plan, functional behavior assessment and behavior intervention plan
Maintain open lines of communication with principals, teachers, pertinent staff, and parents
Participates in professional growth activities through an ongoing program of job-related knowledge and skill development
Provide support to genereal and special education teachers for behavior interventions
Assist in Manifestation Determination Reviews
Maintains a special education suspension data base
Follows the District Instructional Management Plan including the Multi-Tiered System of Supports
Works collaboratively with the Individualized Educational Team to develop each student's IEP when behavior is involved and/or if necessary
Writes reports for any behavior assessments conducted
Meets legal expectations for due dates of special education submissions
Participates in professional growth activities monitored through the MS Professional Growth System
Reports on time to duty posts and performs duty responsibilities as assigned by school administration
Follows all board policies and procedures
Maintains regular attendance and is punctual
Promotes the district's vision, mission, and goals
Performs any other duties as outlined by the Director of Special Services