Preschool Behavioral Specialist

Little Lukes Preschool and Childcare CenterTown of De Witt, NY
3dOnsite

About The Position

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Behavior Support Specialist or Behavior Intervention Specialist to join our team. As a Behavior Support Specialist, you will play a vital role in providing support and guidance to preschool children with behavioral challenges.

Requirements

  • Valid New York State Driver License & Reliable Transportation
  • Early Childhood, Special Education, Behavior College coursework/Degree preferred
  • Experience working with young children with significant behavioral needs.
  • Previous experience working with early childhood individuals with behavioral challenges in classroom settings.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Positive attitude and ability to work within an interdisciplinary team model
  • Ability to model and coach behavior management strategies effectively
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Physically able to bend/stoop, kneel, squat, crouch, push/pull, reach above and below shoulder level frequently and move about quickly.
  • Independently lift up to 50 lbs up to five (5) times/day.
  • Exposed to bites, kicks, punches, spitting and other physical behaviors of children with special needs.

Nice To Haves

  • Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Work with the preschool teams to provide training, support, and coordination of activities within the preschool setting related to the implementation of Positive Behavioral Support
  • Assist with the behavioral needs of all students enrolled.
  • Work with specific children according to their behavioral concerns, which includes implementing positive behavior support techniques and behavior intervention plans.
  • Coach classroom staff and therapy/special education team in specific behavioral strategies.
  • Follow all federal, state and local laws governing preschool & childcare standards and privacy regulations
  • Work location is preschool classroom sites including Watertown, Pulaski, Oswego, Fulton, Baldwinsville, East Syracuse, and Camillus

Benefits

  • 401(k) matching
  • Competitive salary
  • Employee discounts
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Training & development
  • Wellness resources

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Part-time

Career Level

Entry Level

Education Level

No Education Listed

Number of Employees

251-500 employees

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