Behavior Coach

Reports to: Director of Special Education

Dept./School: Special Education/ Special Education

Provide leadership, coordination, and support for district-wide behavior systems and services. Ensure the effective implementation of proactive, research-based behavioral supports; promote consistent discipline practices; and build staff capacity to address the social, emotional, and behavioral needs of students. Support campuses in maintaining safe, structured, and supportive learning environments aligned with district goals and state/federal requirements.

Education/Certification:

• Bachelor's degree required
• Master's degree preferred, but not required, in education, special education, counseling, behavior analysis, psychology, or related field
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required special education endorsements for assignments
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) certification or ability to obtain

Special Knowledge/

Skills:

• Knowledge of behavior intervention systems (PBIS, MTSS)
• Knowledge of restorative practices and de-escalation strategies
• Knowledge of Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee process and Individual Education Plan (IEP) goal setting and implementation
• Knowledge of behavior and social skill intervention techniques and methodology
• Ability to work with students with pervasive developmental disabilities
• Ability to develop and deliver training to adult learners
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of state and federal laws related to student discipline and behavior
• Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to analyze and interpret behavior and discipline data

Experience:

• Three (3) years of experience as a special education teacher, in related social work, or in work related to the certified field
• Experience working with students including implementing behavior management strategies

• Paygrade: S2
• Days: 197

Instructional & Program Leadership:

• Develop, implement, and monitor behavior intervention procedures and discipline systems.
• Assist campuses in aligning discipline practices with district policies and legal requirements.
• Collaborate with administrators and teachers to design and develop research based behavioral intervention plans (BIP), provide support to instructional staff in implementing BIPs, and classroom management strategies.
• Monitor the effectiveness of behavior intervention plans and recommend changes as needed.
• Provide guidance on complex student behavior cases and disciplinary decisions.
• Conference with parents, administrators, and teachers concerning school and student issues.

Professional Development:

• Identify staff development needs, develop and present training, and coach campus personnel to continually develop and enhance behavioral assessment and intervention skills.
• Provide ongoing coaching and modeling to support effective behavior practices in classrooms.
• Provide behavior management training for parents as needed.

Student Support:

• Assist with the development and implementation of Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs).
• Support Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and intervention planning.
• Participate in ARD/IEP meetings as needed to support student behavior needs.
• Provide consultation and problem-solving support to campus teams.

Data & Compliance:

• Monitor and analyze discipline and behavior data to identify trends and needs.
• Ensure accurate documentation and compliance with state and federal requirements.
• Support campuses with discipline reporting and data integrity.
• Collaborate with administrators, special education staff, counselors, and related service providers.
• Communicate effectively with families regarding behavior supports and interventions.
• Partner with community agencies and external providers as needed.

Program Coordination:

• Support implementation of restorative practices and alternative discipline approaches.
• Assist with the coordination of behavior-related programs and services.
• Contribute to district initiatives focused on student behavior and school climate.

Other:

• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with FERPA and district guidelines.
• Attend professional development to improve job performance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used:Personal computer and peripherals, and other instructional equipment

Posture:Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion:Frequent walking

Lifting:Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may require occasional heavy lifting (45 pounds or more) and positioning of students with physical disabilities, control behavior through physical restraint, assist non-ambulatory students, and lift and move adaptive and other classroom equipment

Environment:Work inside; may work outside; regular exposure to noise; exposure to biological hazards

Mental Demands:Maintain emotional…