Behavioral Specialist - Special Education - SY

Judson Indep School District Special Education - Live Oak, Texas Open in Google Maps

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Job : 5939508

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 24, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

JOB DESCRIPTION

Title

Behavioral Specialist

Department

Special Education

Reports To

Director of Special Education

Compensation

AP 504

Days

216

Revised: 09/24/2026

PRIMARY

PURPOSE:

The Behavior Specialist will work with special education and general education teachers, district-wide, to develop and implement behavior management strategies in classrooms and to provide specific behavior intervention supports to students. The duties will include consultation, observation and direct instruction to students to develop Functional Behavior Assessments, Behavior Improvement Plans, Positive Behavior Supports, behavior management and classroom organization.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Certification Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited University
• Certification or endorsement in the area of special education
• Valid Texas Driver’s License with a good driving record; must meet and maintain liability coverage eligibility
• Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Non-refundable fee (approximately $50.00) paid by employee

Special Knowledge and Skills

• Consultation with parents, teachers and support personnel
• Knowledge of behavior management strategies
• Knowledge of rules and regulations associated with Student Code of Conduct
• Knowledge of TEA regulations regarding restraints and the reporting of restraints
• Demonstrated organizational skills
• Demonstrated communication skills, both written and oral
• Knowledge of the elements of a Functional Behavior Plan
• Knowledge of Behavior Intervention Plan elements
• Knowledge of classroom management practices
• Knowledge of a variety of behavior intervention strategies and how to implement them in the classroom

Experience

• Minimum of five (5) years teaching experience, or related experience
• Experience developing behavior management strategies for students with disabilities

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

(The following statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions that may be assigned or skills that may be required.)

• Co-teach with general education and/or special education teachers in order to establish and improve classroom behavior systems
• Provide demonstration teaching in classrooms in order to model teaching strategies that provide positive behavior supports to students
• Work directly with students who display behavior difficulties in the classroom
• Work with students to learn appropriate self-advocacy strategies that may be used in the school setting
• Provide instruction and support to students in the area of social skills
• Provide follow-up and consultation to teachers on the implementation of Behavior Improvement Plans for specific students
• Observe classrooms and provide oral/written consultation recommendations regarding effective behavioral strategies to address student behavior concerns
• Follow-up and monitor implementation of interventions
• Consult with parents and campus staff regarding students’ educational and behavioral concerns
• Gather information through observation, consultation with the teacher, and direct interaction with students in order to make recommendations and develop interventions
• Facilitate staff meetings, held after school hours, to discuss and plan supports
• Collaborate with staff of non-traditional campuses, alternative education placements sites and disciplinary alternative…