Behavior Support Specialist (CARE Room)- Leave replacement- one year only

Applications are being accepted by the College Place School District for a dedicated and compassionate Behavior Support Specialist to join our Davis Elementary School team. As a Behavior Support Specialist, you will work collaboratively with teachers, administrators, and support staff to address and manage behavioral challenges exhibited by students in the school setting. Your primary responsibility will be to develop and implement effective schoolwide systems, strategies and interventions to support students' social-emotional and behavioral needs, fostering a positive learning environment for all.

This assignment is being posted for internal and external consideration at this time.  Interested internal candidates will need to apply online by 4:00 pm Friday, April 3, 2026 to be considered prior to external candidate applicants.

POSITION & BENEFITS:

Job Title:  Elementary School Behavior Support Specialist (Teacher On Special Assignment)             

Reports to:  Assigned Building Principal                 

Bargaining Group:  WWVEA                                      

FLSA Status:  Exempt

Position: 8 hours per day, 187 days per school year (10 months)

Salary:  $58,977- $114,490 

Anticipated Start Date:  08/01/2026

Benefits:  Medical/Dental/Vision, FSA/DCAP, Life/AD&D through SEBB (School Employee Benefits Board); and Retirement through DRS (Department of Retirement Systems) for eligible employees

Additional Benefits: Optional 403(b) retirement plan; Optional DCP (deferred compensation program) retirement plan

Leave:  12 sick days (pro-rated for mid-year hires), 10 paid holidays 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• An unwavering commitment to and love of children.
• Strong ability to foster healthy, quality relationships with staff, students, parents, and colleagues.
• Understanding and experience working with trauma-informed practices, Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), PBIS
• Knowledge and experience in program and system development, management, and support.
• Demonstrated ability to inspire vision, motivate excellence in instruction, and model service-oriented administration.
• Current OSPI Approved K-8 Teaching or Educational Staff Associates (ESA) certification

ADDITIONAL SKILLS:

• Successful experience as an Elementary School Behavior Support Specialist.
• K-5 Elementary experience.
• Bilingual/biliterate in Spanish is considered helpful. District tests to verify skill levels.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Foster Successful PBIS Implementation:
  • Implement the principles and practices of Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) in the school environment.
  • Work with the PBIS team and Student Focus Team to develop and implement school-wide behavior expectations and systems.
  • Collaborate with teachers to create and implement classroom behavior management strategies consistent with PBIS.
• Support Behavior Intervention Implementation:
  • Implement evidence-based strategies and interventions to address behavior challenges in classrooms, small groups, or individual settings.
  • Provide ongoing monitoring and support to ensure consistent implementation of behavior plans.
  • Collaborate with teachers to modify instructional strategies and classroom environment to support positive behavior.
  • Support the implementation of Purposeful People Curriculum in all classrooms.
• Implement Behavior Assessment and Planning:
  • Conduct comprehensive behavioral assessments to identify students' individual needs and challenges.
  • Collaborate with teachers, parents, and other professionals in the development of individualized plans for students.
• Provide Individual and Group Student Support:
  • Provide individual and group support to students to address emotional and behavioral issues.
  • Teach and reinforce appropriate social skills and conflict resolution strategies.
  • Offer crisis intervention and support during challenging situations.
• Support Classroom Teachers:
  • Collaborate with classroom teachers to support the implementation of behavior management strategies for students with problem behaviors.
  • Provide training and professional development opportunities for teachers on effective behavior intervention techniques and PBIS strategies with the goal of teacher self-sufficiency.
  • Serve as a resource for teachers in addressing challenging behaviors and developing proactive approaches to classroom management.
• Successfully Collect, Analyze, and Use Data:
  • Collect and analyze data related to student behavior to monitor progress and make data-driven decisions.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of interventions, progress, and outcomes.
  • Prepare reports and presentations summarizing student progress and program effectiveness.

NONDISCRIMINATION:

The College Place Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation, and gender diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons more than 40 years of age disabled, and Vietnam era veterans and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons needing accommodation in application process or this announcement in an alternative format may contact the College Place Public Schools Administration Office.   This holds true for all district employment and opportunities.  Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the school district’s Title IX/RCW 28A.640 compliance officer Marissa Waddell, 1755 South College Avenue, College Place, Washington, 99324, (509) 525-4827, mwaddell@cpps.org and/or Section 504/ADA coordinator, Jim Fry, 1755 South College Avenue, College Place, Washington, 99324, (509) 525-4827, jfry@cpps.org       

Salary : $58,977 - $114,490