Behavior Specialist 2026-2027 (District)

Position Summary

The Behavior Specialist supports students with behavioral social-emotional and mental health needs across a K12 school district. This role focuses on developing and implementing behavior intervention strategies supporting and coaching staff and fostering a safe inclusive learning environment. The behavior specialist often works across multiple grade levels and will serve multiple schools in collaboration with other personnel.

Qualifications

1. Masters degree in School Psychology Counseling Applied Behavior Analysis Special Education or related field required
2. Certification/licensure (e.g. BCBA school counselor or similar) preferred
3. Experience working with children or adolescents in school or behavioral settings for a minimum of five years
4. Experience with FBAs BIPs and trauma-informed practices
5. Knowledge of public school law ethics and standards of practice for School Psychology
6. Strong communication collaboration and problem-solving skillsFamiliarity with multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS) and response to intervention (RTI)
7. Ability to be self-directed responsible and complete work within prescribed timelines
8. Ability to work collaboratively with all school stakeholders

Key Responsibilities

1. Conduct informal Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) for students with challenging behaviors
2. Help teachers develop and implement informal Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)
3. Provide direct behavioral support and coaching to students (individual and small group)
4. Support crisis intervention and de-escalation when needed
5. Coach teachers in handling students with internalizing and externalizing behaviors
6. Provide ongoing consultation and problem-solving support
7. Coach staff to collect and analyze behavioral data to monitor student progress
8. Maintain documentation in compliance with IEPs 504 Plans and district/state policies
9. Participate in IEP meetings and multidisciplinary teams
10. Maintain professional skills through attending relevant in-service trainings reading current literature and professional memberships
11. Perform related duties as assigned

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Salary: Teacher Salary Schedule

Terms of Employment: 200 days

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Statement of Non-Discrimination

Spartanburg School District Three does not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin sex disability or age in its programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following person(s) has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Deputy Superintendent Personnel and Pupil Services 3535 Clifton Glendale Road Glendale SC 29346

Required Experience:

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