Teacher 2026-2027, Behavior Specialist, WILSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Primary Purpose

To provide support to classroom teachers and students by promoting effective classroom management strategies and assisting with the implementation of school-wide discipline procedures, thereby fostering a positive, safe, and productive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university
• Eligible for a valid Texas teaching certificate appropriate for teaching assignment (Standard, Provisional or One-Year certificates only; ACP candidates on a probationary certificate do not qualify); must be grade level certified
• Minimum of three (3) years of successful experience as a classroom teacher, PBIS experience preferred
• Must be willing to obtain and maintain a current automated external defibrillator (AED), CPI and CPR certificate

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Demonstrate excellent classroom management skills and strategies
• Knowledge of Social Skill instruction and behavior modification programs
• Ability to develop and implement positive behavior supports for students in their classrooms
• Ability to facilitate small group and individual, social and behavior lessons
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Develop Student Support plans and contracts for students

Essential Functions

Student Growth and Development

• Develop and monitor implementation of Student Support Plans and other behavior contracts
• Facilitate small group and individual behavior skills lessons with students
• Facilitate and develop avenues of data collection to monitor student behavior progress
• Meet regularly with campus behavior coordinator or designated assistant principal(s) regarding behavior trends, individual student progress, action plans, etc.
• Be a positive role model for students; support the mission of the school district

Classroom Management and Organization

• Work with teachers to create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students
• Model, support and communicate effective classroom management strategies to allow the teacher to manage student behavior in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and the student handbook
• Assist in selecting books and other resources to support behavior goals for the classroom
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required

Communication

• Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members

Professional Growth and Development

• Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills
• Comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required
• Other duties assigned by the campus administration

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

• Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment
• Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
• Motion: Frequent walking; frequent redirection of students
• Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may lift and move textbooks and classroom equipment
• Environment: Work inside, may work outside; regular exposure to noise
• Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours; de-escalate those in crisis during tense situations