School Behavior Specialist

About the role

Sheppard Pratt School in Glyndon is a leading provider of year-round special education and therapeutic services, catering to students grades K-12. Our comprehensive program serves students with a range of needs, including autism, emotional disability, intellectual disabilities, other health impairments, specific learning disability, and speech or language impairment. Nestled on a picturesque 43-acre campus, the school offers a unique educational experience surrounded by nature trails, a greenhouse, and a sensory-friendly playground. Our vibrant atmosphere is immediately evident upon arrival, fostering an energetic and engaging environment where students thrive.

Responsibilities

• Are responsible for the timely completion of functional behavioral assessments and behavioral intervention plans on all children assigned to the Autism program.
• Prepare Positive Behavior Support and Management Plans, train staff in their administration, and reassess and revise plans as needed.
• Supervise Assistant Behavior Specialist(s) and/or Resource Specialist(s) assigned to program.
• Work with education and treatment team; serve as a resource to teachers, staff, and family regarding behavior support and management.
• Depending on credentials and licensure, may work independently or under appropriate supervision by a licensed professional.

Requirements

Work requires comprehensive knowledge of behavior analysis, psychiatric terminology and diagnoses, as well as highly developed communication skills, both oral and written—acquired through a Master’s degree in applied behavior analysis, behavioral psychology, special education or a closely related field of study. BCBA and LBA preferred. Requires two to three years’ behavior assessment and behavior management experience with children and persons with autism or emotional disturbances and experience with computer software, including Microsoft Excel and data collection and analysis. Requires substantial interpersonal skills sufficient to work with a wide range of students and staff members under challenging circumstances (51‑80% of the time) and to present a model of patience, warmth, and empathy. Requires analytical and organizational abilities sufficient to conduct behavior assessments, establish behavioral data collection methods and standards, review, analyze, and report data, and assess the need for staff training. Requires frequent exposure (21‑50% of the time) to mental strain while working with emotionally disturbed children and adolescents.

Benefits

• A commitment to professional development, including a comprehensive tuition reimbursement program to support ongoing education and licensure and/or certification preparation
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits for benefits‑eligible positions
• 403b retirement match
• Generous paid‑time‑off for benefit‑eligible positions
• Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous mileage reimbursement program

Pay

The pay range for this position is $58,401.82 to $90,195.04 per year. Pay for this position is determined on a number of factors, including but not limited to, education and years and level of related experience.

Schedule

Monday‑Friday, 8am‑4pm (In Person)