Behavioral Support Specialist

All Kids Academy Head Start is seeking a Behavioral Support Specialist to join our team in the mission to close the achievement gap by providing quality school readiness programs and comprehensive services to children, families, and communities in East County.

Under the supervision of the Disabilities/Mental Health Services Coordinator, the Support Specialist plays a key role in supporting the development, support, and well‑being of children enrolled in the Head Start, Early Head Start, and California State Preschool programs. This position works collaboratively with teaching staff, the Early Childhood Behavior Specialist, and the Education Department to ensure that comprehensive practices are implemented consistently, behavior support plans are followed, and accommodations outlined in Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs) are integrated into daily routines.

The Support Specialist promotes a supportive, and an all‑encompassing learning environment for all children.

Weeks Per year: 45 weeks per year

• 403(b) retirement plan with up to 6% employer match
• Annual 5% pay rate increases, up to the maximum step
• 16 paid holidays
• Paid sick leave
• $1500 Tuition Reimbursement each year
• $1000 Service Awards every 5 years

Education and Experience: (Any combination equivalent to)

• At least 12 Units of CD/ECE and a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, Psychology, or a related field (Required-Upload Your Transcripts For Review*).
• Coursework in special education.
• Intern in special education credential program preferred.
• Experience working with children with special needs in early childhood settings preferred.

Knowledge of:

• All‑encompassing practices, trauma‑informed care, and behavior management strategies;
• IEP/IFSP processes and early intervention systems;
• Developmental, social‑emotional, and behavioral needs of young children;
• Social services procedures, policies, and resources;
• MS Word, Power Point, Intermediate Excel and Outlook;
• Community resources and how to access services;
• Standard record keeping including progress notes and maintenance of required documentation;
• Human behavior and motivation.

Ability to:

• Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams;
• Communicate with staff, families, and external partners in a clear, culturally responsive manner;
• Provide coaching, consultation, and professional development to staff;
• Meet the needs of all children specifically those with, challenging behaviors, at risk, gifted and culturally diverse populations;
• Utilize strong written, oral and interpersonal communication skills;
• Utilize good organizational skills, and prioritize and complete tasks within specified time frames;
• Obtain CPR/First Aid Certification.

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Technology Management:
  Ability to use computer programs such as spreadsheets, word processing and scheduling software.
• Fostering Teamwork: As a team leader, the ability to demonstrate skill and success in supporting groups to work together to achieve goals; as a team member the ability and desire to work cooperatively with others on a team.
• Positive, Goal‑Oriented Relationships: Engages in mutually respectful goal‑oriented partnerships with families to promote parent‑child relationships and family well‑being.
• Self‑Aware and Culturally Responsive Relationships: Respects and responds appropriately to the culture, language, values, and family structures of each family served.
• Family Well‑Being and Families as Learners: Supports families’ safety, health, financial stability, life goals, and aspirations.
• Parent‑Child Relationships and Families as Lifelong Educators: Enhances parent‑child relationship and supports parents’ role as the first and lifelong educators of their children.
• Family Connections to Peers and Community: Facilitates networks and group activities that support families’ strengths, interests, and needs.
• Family Access to Community Resources: Supports families in using community resources that enhance family…