About this role
POSITION OBJECTIVE: The position of Certified Behavior Specialist is for the purpose of planning, organizing, directing and implementing behavior intervention and support plans for identified students at elementary and secondary levels. COMMITMENT TO EQUITY: The Bellevue School District is committed to a diverse workforce representative of our students, one that embraces and models cultural competency as an international community. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: (These duties are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.)
• Makes recommendations to staff who support individualized behavior
• Utilizes data to plan, supervise, evaluate and revise instructional and behavior programs to meet student needs.
• Plans and provides in-service/training programs for parents and staff.
• Provides input and recommendations for individual education programs and evaluations/reevaluations of students.
• Provides technical assistance by conducting functional assessments and analyzing the whole learning environment related to student skills acquisition.
• Assists in the development, facilitation, implementation, and follow-up of training in the analysis of student behavior.
• Provides consultation services related to the duties of the Keeps current with the literature, new research findings, and resources in field of expertise.
• Works collaboratively with school staff to implement instructional and behavior plans to enhance student's independence within the school setting.
• Ensures instructional information, materials and resources are readily available for sta? and students and are appropriate to meet the instructional and behavior needs of students.
• Ensures responsive communications with students, families, staff and community
• Exhibits effective leadership and collaboration within the schools, and special education program to enhance and support student achievement.
• Oversees the collection analysis of data related to the duties of the
• Performs other job-related duties as
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:
• Reports directly to a Special Education Director
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (positions in this class typically require): Required:
• Possess or qualify for immediate issuance of a valid ESA Washington State certification as a BCBA license.
• Experience in behavioral and instructional strategies and training
Preferred:
• 3 years' experience in behavior analysis and support
• Previous experience as a classroom teacher
• Previous experience working with students that have required behavior intervention plans
• Training in Safety Care, Right Response, or similar.
Allowable Substitutions:
• Previous clinical experience may substitute for minimum of required experience
LICENSING REQUIREMENTS (positions in this class typically require):
• ESA Washington State certi?cation with a BCBA license.
KNOWLEDGE (position requirements at entry):
• A demonstrated and documented understanding of the principles of Applied Behavior
• Ability to use these principles in the educational setting in public schools in accordance with the Individuals with Disability Education Act (IDEA) and the Washington Administrative Code (WAC).
• Broad knowledge of behavior intervention strategies applicable to a variety of student learning environments.
SKILLS (position requirements at entry):
• Skills in oral and written
• Strong organizational
• Ability to work with other members of a school or department to accomplish common
• Ability and skills necessary to individualize student
• Ability to monitor, implement, and revise behavior management plans for individual students.
• Demonstrates a commitment and ability to work with a full range of students including gifted, mainstreamed special education, English language learners, and students from diverse cultural and social backgrounds.
• Ability to use varied assessments, including performance tasks, portfolios, and student self-assessment.
• Attends ongoing professional development activities, such as college course work, professional associations, workshops, and in-service opportunities.
• Exhibits a strong and positive attitude with the belief that each student can be taught and has the right and capacity to achieve personal academic excellence.
• Demonstrates multicultural sensitivity with the ability to effectively and collaboratively work with diverse populations.
• Ability to perform all duties in accordance with all applicable Board policies and district and legal requirements.
• Ability to meet and maintain punctuality and attendance
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Positions in this class typically require: stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, ?nger dexterity, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions. Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, odors, chemicals, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, and intense noises. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: $ 75,821 to $ 142,176 annual salary prorated based on FTE (based on the negotiated collective bargaining agreement salary schedule). Certificated staff work the school year contract with placement on the District and BEA bargaining agreement salary schedule. Placement on the schedule is determined by training and experience.
Medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life-insurance eligibility is based upon .45 FTE. Retirement provided through Washington State Department of Retirement Systems. NOTE: The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department. Verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States must be completed. The District does not currently provide visa sponsorship. All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results of background checks with prior employers/professional references; satisfactory outcome of a criminal history background check (includes fingerprinting); satisfactory outcome of sexual misconduct information from prior school district employers; and approval by the Bellevue School Board. Notice of Non-Discrimination
Bellevue School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, homelessness, immigration or citizenship status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, neurodivergence, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator Title IX Compliance Coordinator Gender-Inclusive Schools Compliance Coordinator Name: Nancy Pham, Director of Compliance and Legal Affairs Address: 12111 NE 1st Street, Bellevue, WA 98005 Telephone Number: 425-456-4248 Email: [email protected] Section 504/ADA Coordinator Name: Kerince Bowen, Director of Counseling Address: 12111 NE 1st Street, Bellevue, WA 98005 Telephone Number: (425) 456-4168 Email: [email protected] Members of the public with disabilities who have specific concerns about the effectiveness of the District's communications to them should contact Janine Thorn, Chief Communications and Engagement Officer, at 425-456-4000 or [email protected].