Behavioral Specialist (Effective 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR)

About the Role

Counsels Tucson Unified School District teachers, administrators, and child study teams in behavior modification programs for students.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Counseling, Education, or related area.
• Two years of experience working with culturally diverse students.
• Experience designing behavioral modification plans.
• Demonstrated experience with children who have been identified as having behavioral difficulties.
• Verbal and written communication skills in English and a demonstrated ability to read and comprehend written/graphic and oral instructions.
• FBI fingerprint background check (prior to start date).
• Proof of immunity to rubeola (measles) and rubella (German measles), or proof of MMR immunization (prior to start date).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience as a member of a child study team.
• Behavior and mental health background.
• Case management experience.
• Experience with students who have had trauma.
• Background working with African American Students and the African American Community.

Schedule

• Effective: 2026-2027 school year.
• Location: African American Student Services - 36th St & Campbell Area.
• FTE: 1.0 – 8 hours per day.
• Work Calendar: 10.5 month.
• Positions less than 30 hours per week are not eligible for district benefits.

Pay

Higher pay rates funded through a community-approved override, guaranteed through June 2031. Internal candidates will transfer at a rate commensurate with their bargaining unit language. For more information on the salary schedule, please reference the Employee Agreements Webpage.