What are the responsibilities and job description for the (2) Behavior Specialist, Downingtown Area School District position at Chester County Intermediate Unit?
- JobID: 1764
Position Type:
Other
Date Posted:
10/5/2021
Location:
Downingtown Area School District
Date Available:
Immediately
Closing Date:
10/10/2021
Are you passionate about helping ALL students learn in a collaborative environment? If so, we may have the career for you! Downingtown Area School District is excited to announce two openings for a* Behavior Specialist.*
At DASD, we are committed to sharing values of diversity and inclusion in order to achieve and sustain excellence in education. As a diverse district, we continually seek ways to strengthen our educational environment. We believe that we can best promote excellence by recruiting and retaining a diverse group of staff who bring various backgrounds and perspectives. Our ability to create and maintain a climate of respect is critical to attaining the best teaching and learning environment.
At Downingtown Area School District we value our employees. We seek to hire new staff who:
Communicate openly to build relationships and trust
Partner with team members to see the TEAM succeed
Demonstrate a growth mindset and seek ongoing opportunities for growth
Embrace and support a safe and inclusive environment
Eagerly and enthusiastically support student learning
Strive to be kind and reflective
Focus on the solution and put people first
Lead by example!
If you want to be part of our “Downingtown Proud” team - please apply! Help us with our mission to educate all students to meet the rigorous challenges of a global society.
Position Type: Pupil Services
Date Posted: 9/22/2021
Location: District
Date Available: Immediately
Closing Date: 10/10/2021
Job Summary:
Highly qualified Behavior Specialist with knowledge and skills necessary to assist individuals, groups and systems through the application of positive behavior supports. The Behavior Specialist helps coordinate Functional Assessments of Behavior and Behavior Intervention Plan that address behaviors of concern and provide a means to help the students become more academically successful. Behavior Specialist also provides classroom and school-wide behavior management strategies.
Scope of position:
The Behavior Specialist provides leadership and direction at the school level, working to design, implement, coordinate and evaluate a comprehensive behavior support program. In addition, will work directly with identified students to adopt behaviors that substantially increase their academic performance through conducting Functional Behavior Assessments and implementing Positive Behavior Support Plans. Under the supervision of the building principal and district representative, the Behavior Specialist will provide diversified strategies and activities specifically designed for targeted students.
Qualifications:
- Candidate must be a graduate of an accredited college or university and hold a proper Pennsylvania certification for the position.
Bachelor degree in social work, psychology, or related field is required.
Special Education Certification-Elementary.
Certification as a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst preferred.
- Three (3) years of experience preferred.
- Some experience with social services agencies and the judicial process is preferred. Must have and maintain a valid PA vehicle operator's license and a good driving record.
The following must be completed before an offer for employment is made:
PA Required Clearances (Click here)
Act 168 Sexual Misconduct/Abuse Disclosure Release Form(s)
If you want to be part of our “Downingtown Proud” team - please apply! Help us with our mission to educate all students to meet the rigorous challenges of a global society.
Apply online using Job ID* #4337*
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: Multiple Locations