ANTICIPATED: Behavioral Support Specialist

Position Type: Student Support Services/Inclusion Facilitator Date Posted: 2/26/2026 Location: District Wide Position: ANTICIPATED: Behavioral Support Specialist Location: District Wide Start Date: 2026 - 2027 SY Salary: $59,084.00 to $88,147.00 Job Summary: Provide all students with foundational skills, knowledge and opportunities for lifelong success. Behavior Specialist design, implement, or evaluate a behavior modification intervention component of a treatment plan, including those based on applied behavioral analysis, to produce socially significant improvements in human behavior or to prevent loss of attained skill or function, through skill acquisition and the reduction of problematic behavior. General Duties - Adhere to all local, state, and federal laws and district policies. Exhibit enthusiasm, dependability, punctuality, consistent and regular attendance, and active participation in assigned teaching, instructional and non-instructional duties. Develop and maintain a classroom environment and active of respect and rapport that reflects effective teaching and learning practices. Adheres to the established master time schedule and facilitates school safety. Establish and maintain a culture for learning with classroom discipline procedures that follow and enforce district rules, regulations and expectations. Provide an effective program of instruction in accordance with adopted curriculum. Prepare appropriate, effective, and sequential instructional lesson plans incorporating technology and digital resources to enhance instructional delivery and student learning. Establish and communicate to students well-defined objectives for each unit of work, including related projects and activities. Utilize appropriate techniques and instructional materials and resources while assisting each student in developing personal levels of performance appropriate to the student's talents and needs. Develop a systematic grading procedure according to the procedures of the school district and maintain accurate, frequent, and thorough documentation of academic achievement and general progress for each student. Use class preparation time for professional activities such as creating and revising instructional materials, adjusting or designing lessons or units, examining and reflecting on student work, collaboratively planning with other professionals or parents for student instruction, curriculum and /or assessment development, or professional reading. Assist in the process of reviewing and selecting books, equipment, instructional materials and technological/digital resources. Cooperate and collaborate with other staff in developing and implementing student plans, creating various instructional goals and/or developing action planning for student progress or building improvement. Maintain positive working relationships with colleagues. Maintain frequent and effective parent communication patterns, using a variety of approaches to interpret or share information on school programs, student progress, classroom expectations, and general educational matters. Participate in internal and external professional education opportunities to enhance professional competence. Remain abreast of and compliant with referral policies, procedures, Administrative Regulations and laws. Report and maintain student attendance as required. Attend and participate in all staff meetings designated by the superintendent, principal, supervisor, or department chairperson. Participate in committees, activities, and events beyond the classroom that support the total school program. Promote and utilize a proactive, positive, and constructive approach in dealing with conflict. Comply and be familiar with all students' IEPs, Service Plans, action plans, or other administratively approved adaptations and appropriately accommodate disabilities in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. Demonstrate understanding and concern for each student in meeting his or her educational and social/emotional needs, including the recommendation for the evaluation of students thought to be exceptional or in need of special education, gifted education, or accommodations. Required Clearances / Pre-employment Steps: Pre-employment physical examination PA State Police Criminal History Report FBI Criminal History Record PA Child Abuse Clearance Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree A PA Behavior Specialist License Behavior Specialist Licensure Snapshot | Department of State | Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Excellent communication skills in both oral and written expression Strong organizational skills Ability to function independently within defined timeframes Sound understanding of the Pennsylvania School Code as it relates to special education, gifted education and Section 504 Excellent skills in establishing positive interpersonal relationships Human Relations / Contact and Communications: Exhibit an enthusiastic, positive attitude toward student learning and peer support Excellent interpersonal skills EOE Applicants received prior to Friday, March 20, 2026, will be given priority consideration.

Created: 2026-03-04