Behavior Specialist in School Setting | Media, Pennsylvania

Step into a pivotal role supporting K-12 learners as a Behavior Specialist for a full-time contract position spanning the entire 2026-2027 academic year. Working onsite, you’ll be a critical resource for staff and students, driving positive behavioral outcomes within a dynamic school environment.

Responsibilities include:

• Training new staff in instructional best practices tailored for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
• Leading all-staff sessions on student-specific behavior intervention plans
• Providing refresher training for returning staff on updated procedures and strategies
• Establishing Verbal Repertoires (VRs) for students and modeling evidence-based practices in classrooms
• Guiding teams through essential Year 1 logistics such as scheduling and student assessment
• Facilitating comprehensive review sessions covering IEPs, BIPs, and associated documentation
• Serving as an accessible expert during the crucial start-of-year period for staff, students, and administrators
• Collaborating with PaTTAN consultants to ensure best practices align with the PAI Tiered Implementation Inventory
• Delivering in-vivo coaching to demonstrate and reinforce classroom strategies in real time
• Supporting skill transfer from anchor to other autism support classrooms throughout the district
• Overseeing the faithful implementation of individualized student programs, monitoring for fidelity, and providing actionable feedback

Requirements:

• Pennsylvania educator certification in Special Education or a related field
• Strong foundation in evidence-based approaches for students with ASD
• School-based experience specifically in autism support or special education settings
• All Pennsylvania clearances must be current prior to start date
• Previous experience in urban educational settings
• Ability to work onsite between 7:15AM and 4PM with no schedule accommodations
• Reliable transportation
• Comfort working within district and school parameters
• Willingness to participate in a Zoom interview as part of the hiring process

This is an opportunity to shape a progressive behavioral support program and make a direct, lasting impact in a thriving educational community. Ready to elevate your career and support student success? Apply today!

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