Special Education Behavior Specialist

Position: Special Education Behavior Specialist (2026-2027)
SUMMARY:

The Special Education Behavior Specialist provide support and services designed to assist in the implementation of behavior and social programs for students with behavioral difficulties to include consultation with staff, parents and students, completion of functional behavior assessments, assistance in the development of behavior intervention plans, assistance with designing appropriate individualized behavioral recommendations for students, assistance with the development and implementation of evidence-based behavior programs, modeling specialized strategies, and providing professional development for staff and learning opportunities for parents.

The essential functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the characteristic duties and responsibilities noted herein, however, this list represents examples only, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions found in this job description.

* Model KISD core organizational beliefs and values; perform duties effectively and efficiently for the purpose of supporting and contributing to high student achievement.

* Provide program support and service delivery; communicate effectively within and across teams and participate in cross-functional work groups.

* Maintain a commitment to the District mission; model District expectations through personal leadership and actively support the efforts of others to achieve District goals.

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MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Fundamental Responsibilities

* Conduct functional behavior assessments.

* Facilitate the development and implementation of behavior intervention plans.

* Assess and implement home/school behavior intervention support models.

* Provide staff development focusing on students with difficult behaviors and related topics.

* Provide interventions for students with difficult behavior.

* Train and coach paraprofessionals assigned to students with difficult behaviors.

* Support campus administrators with discipline related issues, including the Manifestation Determination Review (MDR) process.

* Support the implementation of an instructional, therapeutic, and/or skill development program for assigned students and show written evidence of effectiveness.

* Participate in ARD Committee meetings on a regular basis.

* Be a positive role model for students.

Communication

* Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.

Professional Growth and Development

* Participate in bi-annual Nonviolent Crisis Intervention training.

* Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.

* Comply with State, District, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.

* Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.

Other

* Maintain confidentiality.

* Keep informed of and comply with federal, state, district, and school regulations and policies for special education teachers.

* Develop and maintain systems for retrieval of information in support of all programs; compile, maintain, file, and secure all physical and computerized reports, records, and other required documents.

* Pursue Professional Development activities for self and assigned staff; ensure that Professional Development activities are aligned with District goals and initiatives and current professional research.

* Comply with all policies, operating procedures, legal requirements, and verbal and written directives.

* Comply with the Professional Code of Ethics and Standard Practices for Texas Educators.

* Follow District safety protocols and emergency procedures.

* Perform other related duties as assigned.

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QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

* Valid Texas teaching certificate Special Ed and General Ed with required Special Education endorsements for assignments

* Master's degree in a related field from an accredited university preferred

* Valid Texas Behavior Analyst License preferred

Experience:

* Three (3) years of experience working with school-aged children with moderate to severe disabilities, autism and related disorders, or other developmental delays

* Experience and training in performance of functional behavior assessments and functional analysis assessments, development of behavior plans, training, and use of emergency behavioral interventions

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SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

* Demonstrate ability to intervene in a crisis situation and physically restrain students as necessary

* Demonstrate expertise in teaching the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS)

* Exhibit effective interpersonal skills and willingness to work collaboratively with classroom teachers and parents

* Demonstrate effective coaching, problem solving and conferencing…