Behavior Specialist in School | Andover, Minnesota

Job Description

Step into a pivotal role supporting student success as a Behavior Intervention Specialist for the upcoming  school year. This contract position offers the opportunity to collaborate with a dedicated team to implement effective positive behavior supports across multiple sites. Beginning with a training week in late August, you’ll work alongside another BIS and a SpEd Administrator, helping shape positive learning experiences and safe environments for students.

Key

Qualifications:

• BCBA certification or valid Special Education Teacher license (Tier 3 or 4 required for SpEd Teachers)
• Experience with behavioral interventions in school settings
• Skilled in conducting functional behavior assessments and applying evidence-based practices
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities
• Ability to travel between 3-4 school sites as assigned
• RBTs do not qualify for this role

Core Responsibilities:

• Consult with school staff to implement positive behavioral interventions and supports
• Conduct and analyze functional behavior assessments to develop targeted strategies
• Support and contribute to the development of individualized education plans (IEPs)
• Provide training for staff regarding behavioral recommendations and interventions
• Apply de‑escalation techniques and restrictive procedures as needed to maintain student and staff safety
• Collect and utilize data to inform ongoing programming decisions
• Ensure compliance with district, state, and federal regulations
• Respond flexibly and calmly to crisis situations
• Other duties as assigned by Special Education leadership

You’ll have a regular weekday schedule of approximately 8:30am-4:10pm, totaling 37.5 hours per week, with some variation depending on site needs.

Compensation for this position ranges from $23.00 to $43.00. 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.