Behavior Support Specialist

2627-20 (Dual-Merged)

Under the direction of assigned administrator, serves on the District Behavior Team and/or Parent Empowerment Program Team supporting challenging student behavior and implementation of support strategies; assists in creating training materials and the development of plans related to social emotional learning and behavior; assists with student data collection and training on data collection techniques; assists in the implementation of training for staff and families on behavior support strategies.

The Behavior Support Specialist (BSS) is the advanced level in the classroom support instruction family. The BSS provides professional development and work guidance to Behavior Intervention Technicians (BIT), Paraprofessional-Special Educations (PPSE), and other staff as requested by the assigned administrator. This position supports students and families with high level strategy technique development and implementation to help prevent challenging student behavior. The BSS conducts analysis of collected data and modifies plans including feedback and ongoing training.

The BIT supports the implementation of behavior support strategies as provided by the District Behavior Team. The BIT builds rapport with students on campus and supports referred students to help them calm and return to the classroom setting, while sharing knowledge and skills for the delivery of best practices. The BIT collects data and notes on strategies being implemented and behaviors observed.

An examination will be given to establish an eligibility list for the position of Behavior Support Specialist in order to fill existing and future vacancies. These positions are part-time, 7.0 hours per day, 206 paid days per year. The eligibility list will be valid for 6 months or until exhausted (whichever comes first).

Based upon the information provided in the application materials, the most qualified applicants will be invited for further examination which may include application screening, supplemental questions, oral interview, or any combination thereof.

A completed application for employment must be received by 4:30 p.m. on the closing date. Faxed materials are not acceptable.

The Behavior Support Specialist classification requires that all incumbents meet the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) requirements. This can be accomplished by one of the following: a) 2 years of completed study at an institution of higher learning (48 units or more with transcripts submitted with application), b) an Associate's Degree or higher (copy of degree submitted with application), OR c) by passing the District ESSA exam.

The Merit exam is for those who have submitted a classified application, meet minimum qualifications, and have satisfied the ESSA requirements above.

All testing will take place at La Mesa – Spring Valley School District's Education Service Center, 4750 Date Avenue, La Mesa, CA 91942 (Phone: ) unless notified otherwise. Test starts promptly at the scheduled time. Latecomers will not be admitted. Candidates will be required to present valid photo identification prior to sign-in.