Behavior Intervention Specialist (26-27 SY) Special Education

IRVING INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT

BEHAVIOR SPECIALIST
JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Behavior Specialist

PAY GRADE: Admin/Prof 3
WAGE/HOUR STATUS: Exempt

DUTY DAYS: 198
REPORTS TO: Director of Special Education
DEPARTMENT: Special Education DATE REVISED: June 2025

This position is eligible for a Non-Chapter 21 Contract

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Provide intensive behavior intervention support for students and recommendations for teachers
Provide intensive behavior training modeling and support for staff at Wheeler and Irving ISD
campuses
Assist the Special Education Director and provide leadership within the areas of teaching and
learning materials assessment and evaluation and public relations relative to students with
disabilities
Provide support and technical assistance to campus administrators assessment staff and central
office staff in special education instruction programming and services
Support school staff with effective implementation of the students BIP

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Education/Certification in one of the following:

Masters Degree
Valid Educator Certification or other acceptable State Licensure BCBA preferred
A minimum of three years of experience in special education
Experience working with students with significant behavioral needs

Special Knowledge/Skills:
Experience in designing behavioral interventions for students with Emotional and Behavioral Disorders
Experience in monitoring student behaviors and progress
Knowledge of researched-based best practices for providing specially designed instruction for
students with Emotional and Behavioral Disorders
Knowledge of federal and state rules governing the education of students with disabilities
Ability to work cooperatively with others in attaining district special education program goals/objectives
Ability to effectively work and communicate with students parents and school personnel from diverse cultures and backgrounds
Experience providing professional development to teachers and staff regarding behavioral best practices

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Serve as the districts specialist for special education behavioral program planning training
implementation and evaluation
Develop implement and maintain student data collection and progress monitoring system for
students with emotional and behavioral disabilities
Plan and implement staff development and parent education relating to special education programs
Provide staff development to assist school personnel in the identification understanding and
teaching of students with emotional and behavioral disabilities
Confer and communicate with teachers and parents regarding the effectiveness of special
education programs for students with emotional and behavioral disorders
Work closely with staff to coordinate manage assess needs and determine student assignment in
regards to special education programs
Implement supervise and evaluate the development of special education behavioral programs
Collaborate with Family Specialist to meet the needs of students and families
Compile special education program information into reports for parent groups and other audiences
Compile requested data into reports required by special education programs
Supervise and support the implementation of curriculum and instructional strategies to increase
achievement of students with emotional and behavioral disabilities
Collaborate with the Professional Development Department to plan and conduct trainings
Provide assistance to the multidisciplinary team a appropriate
Provide assistance to the Admission Review and Dismissal (ARD) Committees to correctly
interpret test data plan for the student and assist the committee with recommendations for
behavior management and in following District procedures and all laws and regulations
Relate to staff students and parents in ways that convey equality mutual respect and concern
Ensure that rules and procedure for disciplinary actions of students with disabilities are effective
and conform to federal and state regulations
Participate in professional development activities to improve skills related to job assignment
Maintain a professional and ethical manner as outlined in the Standards of Conduct for the
Profession
Conduct classroom observations
Assist classroom teachers with the implementation of the Behavior Intervention Plan
Maintain mental and physical ability to perform job functions
Communicate and convey information with clarity regarding the districts programs
Assist Extended School Year (ESY) if needed.
Perform other duties as assigned

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental/Physical Demands & Environmental Factors:
Maintain professionalism with all staff. Maintain emotional control and objectivity under stress. Perform
tasks with frequent interruptions. Prolonged and careful attention to detail. Occasionally lift and/or move
up to 40 pounds. Will require in-district travel. Prolonged use of a computer. Bending stretching and light
lifting of boxes of supplies and materials. Occasional prolonged and irregular hours.

Safety: Contribute to the prevention of accidents and injuries by observing safety rules and District
policy practicing the principles and skills taught in safety training wearing personal protective equipment
as required reporting injuries and incidences immediately to supervisor and being proactive in the
ongoing efforts to improve and maintain workplace safety.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities
Act (ADA) and foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job
and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills that may be required. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Required Experience:

IC