Student Support Specialist - Extended Learning Center

Student Support Specialist - Extended Learning Center

Location: Barre Unified Union School District – Barre Town Middle and Elementary School, Barre, Vermont

Job : 5704677

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: May 11, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 18, 2025

The Student Support Specialist works in the Extended Learning Center (ELC) and plays a crucial role in supporting individuals with behavioral challenges. Working with other members of the ELC, the Student Support Specialist assists in developing and implementing behavior support plans, conducting assessments, and providing direct intervention and support to individuals. The primary objective of this role is to promote positive behavior change, teach appropriate skills, and create an inclusive and supportive environment for students with behavioral needs.

Position begins August 2026.

• Assisting with behavior assessment and analysis
• Developing and implementing behavior support plans
• Direct intervention and skill building, including 1:1 intervention and support, focusing on teaching appropriate behaviors and social, emotional, and adaptive skills
• Collaborating with teachers, behavior specialists, and administration
• Collecting and summarizing behavioral data through graphs and/or reports and entering data into student management tool
• Participating in required trainings and meetings
• Communicating necessary information regularly to students, colleagues and administration regarding student progress and student need

• Stay informed about the latest research and best practices in behavior intervention, behavior analysis, and de-escalation
• Sense of humor and a flexible approach to building relationships
• Growth Mindset with students and staff
• A willingness to be trained and maintain SEL/behavioral support skills in Trauma Informed and Restorative Practice approaches and strategies, Handle with Care, and other relevant topics
• Ability to maintain a physically active day (walk distance, run, lift to various degrees)

Bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred. Other education plus 2 years of relevant experience or a combination of education and experience will be considered.

Pay range: $23.73 - $33.30 per hour based on previous experience as a BI or equivalent.

Full benefits package included.

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

• Colleen Kresco, Admin Asst
• Barre Town Middle and Elementary School
• Phone:
• Email: ckresbte