Lawrence Behavior Specialist Job Description (SY24-25) Reports to: Director of Inclusion

Description: Supervised by the Director of Inclusion, The Inclusive Ed Behavior Specialist provides in situ training to paraprofessionals related to building capacity in the application of behavioral best practices and student specific interventions (as appropriate). Inclusive Ed Behavior Specialists train paraprofessionals, use data to support their training efforts related to behavior support strategies and ongoing use of evidence based practices. Inclusive Ed behavior specialists work to train support staff in the carry over of applied approaches into the general education setting.

The Inclusive Ed Behavior Specialist will develop appropriate relationships with all staff and students. They will build positive and productive relationships with students and leverage those relationships to fully engage students in their learning environment by reinforcing the demonstration of replacement behaviors in a variety of environments.

The Inclusive Ed Behavior Specialist will: coach and train paraprofessionals in use of multi-tiered interventions for all students; use data to inform decision making; and use data to evaluate the effectiveness of interventions.

Ongoing Job Responsibilities

• ● Model and provide ongoing in-situ coaching of relevant techniques (based on classroom team/student need)
• ● Adhere to department developed training practices (use of Behavior Skills Training model)
• ● Complete ongoing documentation relative to training provided (e.g. training notes after each training contact)
• ● Provide the Director of Inclusion Education/Inclusive Education Team with updates on staff trainings provided
• ● Provide post-training check in meetings at predetermined intervals
• ● Participate in weekly/bi-weekly Inclusive Education Team meetings
• ● Lead staff training related to evidenced-based best practices in the areas of Inclusive Education and environmental/structure supports
• ● Understand school-wide student expectations and actively support student development and growth
• ● Consistently and enthusiastically promote the expectation of high achievement for all students and reinforce school- wide rules and expectations
• ● Collaborate with faculty and staff to promote a positive learning climate for students
• ● Reinforce the implementation Positive Behavior Intervention Supports (PBIS)
• ● Requires daily travel to one or more district school locations based on assignment Additional Responsibilities May Include:
• ● Willingness to identify student preferences and deliver reinforcement based on identified motivators
• ● Participation in initial and on-going training related to Practical Functional Assessment, Skills Based Treatment and Universal Protocols.
• ● Assist in Practical Functional Assessment procedures and implement Skills Based Treatment procedures with identified students.
• ● Utilize data collection software to track student progress through Skills Based Treatment
• ● Complete session notes and other documentation specific to Skills Based Treatmentsessions
• ● Participate in weekly team meetings regarding current Skills Based Treatment cases
• ● Assist with training on the use of student specific Universal Protocols with school-based paraprofessionals, teachers and other relevant staffStatement of duty/responsibility: Other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS - REQUIRED:

● Associates Degree and/or experience in related fields; Bachelor's degree preferred (Human services, Special education, Applied Behavior Analysis, psychology, etc.)

• ● Experience working with individuals with autism and/or intellectual disabilities
• ● Experience in and comfortability with managing challenging behavior (aggression,self-injury, property destruction)
• ● Current Safety Care Specialist Certification or willingness to be trained within 30 days of onboarding
• ● Knowledge of Special Education law, policy, and related practices
• ● Ability and willingness to travel to schools across the district and the Central Office asschedule and duties dictate
• ● Demonstrated commitment to equity
• ● Demonstrated ability to apply a racial equity lens to decision making
• ● Willingness to design, facilitate, and coordinate professional learning experiences
• ● Strong rapport establishment skills
• ● Strong communication skills (verbal, written, presentation)
• ● Working knowledge of applied behavior analysis/ principles of ABA/PBIS
• ● Self-starter with the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with district level and school-based teams
• ● Passion for education and a commitment to equity, specifically for improving learning and life outcomes for all students using evidence based practicesExempt Position: $50-$55K 185 school daysThe Lawrence Public Schools, in accordance with its nondiscrimination policies, does not discriminate in its programs, facilities, employment, or educational opportunities on the basis of race, color, age, criminal record (inquiries only), disability, homelessness, sex/gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetics or military status and does not tolerate any form of retaliation, or bias-based intimidation, threat or harassment that demeans individuals’ dignity or interferes with their ability to learn or work.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• School

Ability to Relocate:

• Lawrence, MA 01841: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person