Elementary Student Behavior Support Specialist
Orono Public Schools - Long Lake, MN
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Position Type: Elementary School/ADSIS Student Support SpecialistDate Posted: 10/9/2025Location: Orono Schumann Elementary SchoolPosition: Elementary Student Support Behavior SpecialistSchool Psychologist, Social Worker, School Counselor License preferred.School Name: Orono Schumann ElementaryPosition Purpose: Provide leadership and coordination for the implementation and maintenance of District-wide and building-specific initiatives for all aspects ofcharacter, behavior, social-emotional, and academic development. Assist staff, students, parents, and principal in organizational effectiveness and building operation.Support elementary staff with implementing tiered interventions and services through utilization of data collection, SAT interventions, and direct services. Responsible To: Principals and Director of Special ServicesJob Summary: Develop and implement multiple tiers of support for behavior intervention in elementary buildingsConduct individual group and student intervention servicesSystem level data collection and analysis for behavior and character programmingInitiate and maintain parent/guardian communication pertaining to individual student needs.Implement best practice behavior management strategies across school system.Support students and staff in unique and unanticipated circumstances.Promote and teach proactive practices to minimize student behavioral needs.Creation of schedules for events.Execute appropriate discipline, attendance, processes and procedures, such as restorative circles.Provides supervision and student coaching for recess/lunchroom as needed.Supervise bus loading and unloading.Meet with parents (e.g., new to school, those with concerns, PTO).Assist in the direction of Student Assistance Team, site leadership team, etc.Manage student 504 plansParticipate as a member of the District Crisis TeamImplement data collection systems to monitor student progressProvide direct instruction in behavior modification strategies to students.Assist with the development and implementation of tiered instruction for studentsWork collaboratively with team members to support the academic, social and emotional growth of elementary learners.Participate in regular PLC meetings as an active and engaged professional.Communicate frequently with parents, colleagues, students, and administrators through all available means of technology.Establish and maintain high standards for character growth.Qualifications:Current Minnesota Teaching License required.Mental Health (School Psychologist, Social Worker, School Counselor) License Preferred.Demonstrated skillsets in the following areas required:Written and oral communication.Conflict resolution.Strategic leadership.Leadership in difficult situations.Professional interpersonal relationships.Masters Degree preferredBackground in CharacterCounts!, PBIS, restorative practices, Responsive Classroom, and/or systems intervention preferred.Knowledge of District policies and procedures.Demonstrated ability to utilize critical thinking in meaningful discourse professional conversations.Demonstrated experience in collaboration and problem-solving.Experience with curriculum and assessment design and data management preferred.Understanding of the role of parent involvement and the ability to collaborate with parents.Ability to use technology.Bargaining Group and Level: Orono Education Association/Teachers Application Procedure:All applicants must apply online at: >> District Office >> Human Resources District Website: Contact:Dr. Adam Lamparske, Schumann Elementary Principal952-449-8480 . Corinna Graner, Director of Special Services952-449-8370 . Scott E. Alger, Director of Human Resources952-449-8307
Created: 2026-04-15