Behavioral Program Specialist (2026-2027)

Job Title:Specialist Wage/HourStatus:Exempt

Job Role:Special EducationProgram FundingSource:

IDEA-B 225

IDEA-B Preschool- 225

Pay Grade:Non-Teaching ProfessionalHiring Schedule

Department/School:SpecialEducation

Function:EducationalSupport

Reports to:SpecialEducationCoordinator HRDate Approved:December2015

HRDateRevised:May 2026

IDEA-B -224-The intent of IDEA-B is to supplement the level of special education and related services to eligible children with disabilities ages 3-21 who are enrolled in our district. This includes providing financialassistanceto LEAs to ensure they providea freeappropriate publiceducation to students with disabilities protecting the rights of students with disabilities and their parents and designing IEPs to meet the needs of students with disabilities.

IDEA-B Preschool- 225The intent of IDEA-B Preschool is to supplement the level of special education and related services to eligible children with disabilities ages 3-5 who are enrolled in our includes providing financialassistanceto LEAs to ensure they providea freeappropriate publiceducation to students with disabilities protecting the rights of students with disabilities and their parents and designing IEPs to meet the needs of students with disabilities.

SUMMARY:

Provides technical assistance and supportin the area ofSpecial Education quality and compliance of programs and services to improve student achievement.

The essential functionspursuant tothe Americans with Disabilities Act may include the characteristic duties and responsibilities notedherein however this listrepresentsexamples onlyandisnotacomprehensivelistingofallfunctionsandtasksperformedbypositionsfound in this job description.

• ModelKISDcoreorganizationalbeliefsandvalues;performdutieseffectivelyandefficientlyforthepurposeofsupportingandcontributingtohighstudentachievement.

• Provideprogramsupportandservicedelivery;communicateeffectivelywithinandacrossteamsandparticipateincross-functional work groups.

• MaintainacommitmenttotheDistrictmission;modelDistrictexpectationsthroughpersonalleadershipandactivelysupporttheeffortsofotherstoachieveDistrictgoals.

MAJORRESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

InstructionalStrategies

• Collaborate with students parents and other members of staff to develop anIndividualized Education Program (IEP)through theAdmission Review and Dismissal (ARD)Committee process for each student assigned.

• Implement an instructional therapeutic or skill development program for assigned students and show written evidence of preparation as lessons that reflect accommodations for individual student differences.

• Plan and useappropriate instructionaland learning strategies activities materials equipment and technology that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned and present subject matter according to guidelinesestablishedby the Texas Education AgencyBoardPolicies andAdministrativeRegulations.

• Work cooperatively with classroom teachers tomodifyregular curricula as needed for studentsidentified.

• Work with other members of staff todetermineinstructional goalsobjectives and methods according toDistrict requirements.

• Participate in ARD Committee meetings on a regular basis.

• Participate inselectionof equipment and other instructional media.

Student Growth and Development

• ConsultDistrict and outside resource individualsregardingeducation social medical and personal needs of students.

• Be a positive role model for students.

Classroom Management and Organization

• Createa classroomenvironment conducive to learning andappropriate forthe physical social and emotional development of students.

• Manage student behaviorin accordance withStudent Code of Conduct and student handbook.

• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students equipment materials and facilities.

• Assistin selecting books equipment and other instructional materials.

• Compilemaintain and file all reports records and other documentsrequired.

Communication

• Establish andmaintaina professional relationshipand open communication with parents students colleagues and community members.

Professional Growth and Development

• Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.

• Comply withStateDistrict and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.

• Attend andparticipatein faculty meetings and serve on staff committees asrequired.

Other

• Maintain confidentiality.

• Develop andmaintainsystems for retrieval of information in support of all programs; compilemaintain file and secure all physical and computerized reports records and other required documents.

• Pursue Professional Development activities for self and assigned staff; ensure that Professional Development activities are aligned with District goals and initiatives and current professional research.

• Comply withall policies operating procedures legal requirements and verbal and written directives.

• Comply withthe Professional Code of Ethics and Standard Practices forTexasEducators.

• Follow District safety protocols and emergency procedures.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

• Bachelorsdegree fromanaccredited university

• Valid Texas Special Education Teacher Certification

• Valid TexasTeachingCertificate with required endorsements

• Masters degree (preferred)

Experience:

• Three (3) years successful Special Education teaching or related services field experience.

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of reading writing and spelling instructional strategies

• Knowledge of Admission Review and Dismissal (ARD) Committee process and Individualized Education Plan (IEP) goal setting process and implementation

• Ability to analyze interpret and use student data

• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior

• Strong organizational communication and interpersonal skills

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• None

MENTAL/PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:

Tools/Equipment Used:

• Personal computer phone systems video/instructional equipment and peripherals

Posture:

• Prolonged sitting and standing; frequent kneeling/squatting bending/stooping pushing/pulling and twisting

Motion:

• Frequent walking; repetitive computer work with frequent use of hands and wrists

Lifting:

• Regular light lifting and carrying (less than30pounds); may lift and move textbooks and classroom equipment

Environment:

• Work to be completed on-site from assigned school or building; regular exposure to noise and computer monitors

• No remote work

• Frequentdistrictwide travel; occasional statewide travel

Mental Demands:

• Work with frequent interruptions;maintainemotional control understress;workprolonged or irregular hours

INTENT AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:

This description is intended toindicatethe kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty required of positionsgiventhis title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of anyparticular positionshall is not intended to limitor any waymodifythe right of any supervisor to assigndirectand control the work of employees under use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty.

Required Experience:

IC