Behavior Management Specialist - Level III (K-4)

ASSIGNMENT DETAILSPosition Title: Behavior Management Specialist - Level III (K-4)Department/Building: Harrison Elementary SchoolReports to: Building Principal - James ConradAssignment: 2026-2027 School Year - OngoingHours: 8 per day, Monday through Friday (174 Duty Days)Salary Range: $ 20.68 - $21.74 per hour (Based on education and experience; wages outlined in the Behavior Management Specialist Compensation and Benefits Handbook located on district website)Union: UnrepresentedFLSA: Non-ExemptBENEFITS: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, LTD, PERA, 403b, Paid Sick/ESST & Paid Personal LeaveAPPLY ONLINE: www.isd181.org JobID 1335 (Please include copies of your transcripts and handle with care certificate with your application materials)Job SummaryThe building Behavioral Management Specialist will provide 1:1 or small group support to students with significant cognitive and/or behavioral needs. This position will require specialized behavioral support and skills that will meet the unique needs of students. This position can be physically demanding and requires critical thinking and quick response skills. Handle With Care certification will be required.Essential FunctionsEssential functions may include, but are not limited to:Implement and monitor behavior intervention plans for studentsWork 1:1 with students requiring significant behavioral supportEnsure student's safety, and the safety of others at all timesProvide homebound service/support when appropriate and necessary for studentsConsult with parents/guardians, other service providers and representatives of appropriate community agencies to ensure the effective provision of servicesDemonstrate and model appropriate developmental and behavioral skills for studentsProvide a flexible and quick-thinking response when dealing with students that are deregulated/stressedDemonstrate the ability to respond to student and staff needs as they arise in a building; when 1:1 student is absent staff will be assigned to support other teachers and studentsParticipate in student meetings where staff problem-solve and develop plans to help support students with behavioral concernsParticipate physically with the students in activities being taughtParticipate in meetings (IEP, conferences, parent/guardian meetings, in-services, etc.) for the purpose of developing plans and/or providing information regarding student's goals/outcomesMonitor student's progress and be able to prepare documentation and reports regarding student's progressMaintain confidentialityAll other duties as assigned Minimum QualificationsA Two-year Associates Degree, 60 college credits and/or successful completion of Para Pro assementExperience supporting students with significant behavioral needs, autism and cognitive impairmentsExperience or willingness to learn how to implement Behavior Intervention PlansHandle with Care certification Skills, Knowledge And AbilitiesMust possess strong communication and interpersonal skills and be able to be a member of a teamAbility to support students requiring behavior intervention techniques and programsAbility to problem-solve and de-escalate students during times of deregulation/stressMust be in good physical status due to the potential need to implement restrictive proceduresKnowledge of functional behavioral assessments, and behavioral intervention techniquesAbility to be flexible based on program and student needsAbility to remain calm and patient in volatile situations and react and respond quickly in a variety of situationsAbility to work under the supervision of a site principal and/or special education teacherAbility to adapt equipment and materials as neededStrong organizational skillsSensitivity in working with individuals with various physical, psychological, cognitive and sensory abilitiesAbility to work with students, families, professionals, and staff of various cultural and ethnic backgroundsAbility to interact with and maintain cooperative relationship with all levels of staff and the publicMaintain current Handle with Care certificationMaintain current certification in First aid, CPR, and medication administration Application ProcessAPPLY ONLINE: www.isd181.org JobID 1335 (Please include copies of your transcripts and handle with care certificate with your application materials)