SY - Behavior Coach

Overview

Job Title:

Behavior Coach (1 available position)

Classification:
Ancillary Support

Department:
Educational Development Center (SSC)

Work Hours:

7.5 hours/day

Contract Length: 194 Days

Student Support Salary

Schedule:

(Non-CBA)

Salary Range: $46,366 - $80,687

Reports To:

Director of Special Education

Location:

Gallup-McKinley County Schools

• The Behavior Coach supports students and staff by implementing behavior interventions, coaching, and systems of support to improve student behavior, academic outcomes, and the overall school environment.
• Collaborate with school staff to assess student behavior and develop individualized support plans.
• Provide training and consultation on effective behavior management strategies in a school setting.
• Observe students and assess behavior to identify patterns and underlying causes.
• Collect and analyze data on student behavior and progress to inform and adjust interventions.
• Report behavior data regularly to the Behavior Interventionist to support data-driven decision-making.
• Create and implement strategies for managing specific behavioral challenges.
• Develop positive alternatives and coping strategies tailored to student needs.
• Work closely with teachers, administrators, and other school staff to address students  behavioral needs and progress.
• Offer coaching and professional development on effective behavior management in the school setting.
• Provide guidance and support to families to reinforce behavior strategies at home.
• Lead or support Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) programs to help students build self-awareness, empathy, conflict resolution, and relationship skills.
• Implement strategies that promote emotional regulation and appropriate social interaction.
• Provide immediate crisis intervention and train school staff in de-escalation techniques and behavior intervention strategies.
• Track and analyze data on student behavior; monitor progress and adjust intervention plans as needed.
• Provide consistent reports to the Behavior Interventionist and relevant school staff.
• Promote a safe, respectful, and inclusive school environment and support school-wide behavior initiatives to improve school culture and reduce disruptions.

• Bachelor's degree (BA or BS) in Psychology, Education, Social Work, Applied Behavior Analysis, or a related field.
• At least two years of experience working in a school setting with students exhibiting behavioral challenges.
• Strong understanding of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS), Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS), and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) principles.
• Ability to collect, interpret, and act upon behavioral data.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Experience training and coaching staff in behavior strategies.
• Ability to remain calm and solution-focused during crisis situations.
• Certification as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) or willingness to obtain preferred.

Ability to perform the job and access the environment for which you are hired. The following may be required:
Sitting, standing, lifting, moving about the room or school, carrying (up to 50 pounds), reaching, squatting, kneeling, prolonged typing, and moving light furniture.

Must know how to properly operate or be willing to learn to operate all multimedia equipment including current technology.

On-site attendance is mandatory. Must be able to work within various degrees of noise, temperature, and air quality. Interruptions of work are routine. Flexibility and patience are required. Must be self-motivated and able to complete job assignments without direct supervision. After-hours work may be required.

Salary and work calendar established yearly by the district.

All GMCS schools are eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).