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The Instructional Specialist for behavior will provide targeted instructional support and coaching in the area of behavior support.

Schedule: 10 Months, plus summer days.

TYPICAL DUTIES:

• Organize and implement high-quality professional development offerings in behavior analysis and function-based thinking as requested.

• Consult and coach teachers and support staff in classroom supports, MTSS and behavior best practices.

• Communicate effectively with various stakeholders and support improved results for all students.

• Facilitate and/or assist with the preparation, planning, and review of behavior plans and supports using skills such as data analysis, research, and resource management.

• Coordinate and/or support mandates and initiatives in areas such as SEL, Trauma-informed care, TCIS, PBIS, and Restorative Practice.

• Review classroom management systems with teachers/paraprofessionals and suggest modifications/adaptations as necessary as well as universal strategies that may expand repertoire.

• Continuously refine practices through the study of best practices in professional development, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, behavior, and education as a whole.

• Other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications

Preferred:

Experience: Minimum of 5 years teaching experience with students with disabilities, general education, school psychology with additional course work in behavior analysis/function-based thinking.

Education: Permanent/Professional New York State Teaching Certification in Special Education or K-12 Content Area Certification Or certification/licensure in School Psychology or School Social Work or coursework/licensure in Behavior Analysis.

Minimum Qualifications:

Graduation from high school or possession of an equivalency diploma plus EITHER:

(A) Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Social Work or any psychology, counseling, or education field plus two (2) years paid full-time or its part-time equivalent experience working with individuals with behavioral challenges, development disabilities, psychological disorders, or mental health issues in a structured environment;

OR,

(B) Possession of a valid license as a Licensed Behavioral Analyst issued by the New York State Office of the Professions plus two (2) years paid full-time or its part-time equivalent experience working with individuals with behavioral challenges, development disabilities, psychological disorders, or mental health issues in a structured environment*.

Position Start Date:09/03/2024

Application Deadline:12/30/2024

Job Number: SE/InstrSpecBehavior-6/14/24