Student Support - Behavior Support Specialist, Lancaster/SCV
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 methodologies. The role supports learners with behavioral, social-emotional, and cognitive challenges at iLEAD schools. The specialist supports behavioral services and management plans, assists with Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), tracks behavior service minutes against learner IEPs, and provides recommendations to educators and IEP teams. The position involves working independently and collaboratively, participating in IEP meetings, managing 1:1 staff, and driving between multiple school sites weekly. The role reports to the School Director or designee and is classified as Classified / Exempt.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Behavior Analysis, Education, Special Education, Psychology, or a related field.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience working 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 goals, and manage spreadsheets.
- Ability to use technology including word processing software and internet-based databases.
- Ability to make informed, quick decisions; supervise or manage workers and delegate as needed; analyze data and detailed documentation; write professionally; speak publicly; and navigate high-stress situations.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with the Google platform; preferred but not required.
- Experience using IEP management systems such as SEIS.
Responsibilities
- Apply knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis principles and practices to recommend services and behavior management plans for learners enrolled in iLEAD schools.
- 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 according to learners’ IEPs.
- Provide behavioral recommendations to paraeducators, teachers, and other IEP team members in person and virtually.
- Develop goals and write and implement FBAs and BIPs; manage 1:1 staff.
- Participate in IEP team meetings and make recommendations for behavioral services and accommodations.
- Use IEP management systems such as SEIS and technology including word processing software and internet-based databases.
- Take initiative and responsibility for work and contribute to a collaborative, team-based, innovative environment.
- Support team growth, lead by example, and foster a supportive work environment.
- Promote diversity, equity, inclusion, ethical behavior, and social responsibility.
- Represent iLEAD and the school professionally in interactions and communications.
- Pursue continuous improvement and maintain professional competence through professional development and other learning activities.
- Travel between multiple school sites weekly and, when needed, use public transit or operate a vehicle for self-transportation between worksites.
- Perform other responsibilities as defined by the designated supervisor.
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
