Behavior Specialist in School | Elgin, Illinois

Make a meaningful impact as a Behavior Specialist in a vibrant educational environment. This full-time opportunity is open for a certified professional ready to support high school students across several campuses and a transition program. Embrace a dynamic, referral-based caseload where your expertise will guide teams in everything from behavior intervention plan (BIP) reviews to hands-on coaching of staff.

In this contract role, you'll work onsite, collaborating closely with teachers and staff to observe, assess, and shape effective behavioral supports and systems. Youll play a vital role in collecting and analyzing behavioral data, developing robust data collection methods, and providing actionable strategies that foster a positive school culture.

• Active BCBA certification (required)
• Experience working with high school populations strongly preferred
• Background in coaching educators and delivering practical intervention strategies
• Strong skills in observing behaviors, revising BIPs, and team collaboration
• Proficient in developing and implementing data collection and analysis systems

• Support three high schools and a transition program based on referrals
• Review and revise BIPs for students as needed
• Conduct classroom and individual student observations
• Work alongside educators, advising and coaching to implement best practices
• Develop and maintain data collection systems to monitor progress and interventions
• Provide meaningful strategies for staff to help address challenging behaviors
• Serve as a collaborative, positive presence onsite

This position offers you the chance to create lasting change for students and educators alike, leveraging your expertise where its needed most. Step into a supportive setting with the opportunity to make a real difference every day.

Compensation for this position ranges from $35.00 to $45.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.