SY24-25 Empowerment Zone Behavior Specialist

SEZP Behavior Specialist

Grade Levels : 6-12

Start Date : August 2024 (Specific Date TBD)

Essential Responsibilities

• Works under the direction of the SEZP Chief of Student Support and Services in collaboration with the Senior Administrators of Special Education
• Provides technical assistance and coaching in the area of effective behavior management techniques including school and SEZP implementation of Culturally Responsive SEL and Trauma Informed Practices
• Designs and helps to implement programs to promote prosocial behavior based on systematic analysis of the variables that cause and maintain behavior
• Consults with staff to modify instructional programs based on frequent systematic evaluation of direct observational data
• Develops and implements intervention strategies and activities to assist teachers in implementing behavioral plans
• Assists in the development of social / emotional / behavioral curriculum to be used with students in special education classes in compliance with the requirements of Massachusetts Common Core Curriculum
• Works as an internal coach providing support and consultation to students with challenging behaviors in the general and Special Education classrooms

Qualifications :

• Bachelor's Degree required; Master’s degree preferred
• Appropriate content / program area educator license (e.g., Teacher of Students with Moderate / Severe Disabilities, Guidance or School Adjustment counselor, School Psychologist, Board Certified Behavioral Analyst BCBA ) in accordance with the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
• Familiarization with trauma informed practices / restorative practices preferred
• Experience and / or training in providing social-emotional-behavioral support for students with social-emotional challenges and mental health issues
• Successful teaching experience in special education and / or early childhood preferred
• At least 5 years experience in pre-K to 12 school setting, at least 3 years of which should be in an urban setting
• Familiar with 603 CMR regulations and policies
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Goal oriented and data driven with a focus on problem solving
• Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with others

If you meet some of the qualifications above, we encourage you to apply or to reach out for more information. We know that historically marginalized groups including people of color, women, people from working class backgrounds, and people who identify as LGBTQ are less likely to apply unless and until they meet every requirement for a job.

Therefore, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities.

We encourage you to reach out to [email protected] if you have questions about the role or your qualifications. We are happy to help you feel ready to apply!

Benefits

SEZP offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience; salaries for new behavior specialists start at $51,038. Educators in SEZP qualify for benefits (sick days, retirement, health insurance, etc.

offered to other educators in the Springfield Public Schools.