Behavioral Support Specialist
About the Employer
Summary
The Teacher, Exceptional Student Education (ESE), is responsible for the instruction of all areas of exceptional student education in a classroom setting.
District Expectations
All district employees must:
• Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance.
• Physical presence is a part of a reliable and predictable pattern of attendance.
• Support the district's vision, mission, goals, and strategic plan.
• Engage in civility, respect, and professionalism.
• Maintain the professional knowledge and skills necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of their positions.
Designing Instruction and Accommodations
Designs and implements appropriate specially designed instruction, accommodations, and supports assigned in accordance with state standards, district curriculum, and students' needs.
Developing IEP Plans
Develops and implements individual educational plans (IEP) plans for students to include present levels of educational performance, special education needs, instructional goals and objectives, and the special education and related services required to meet those goals.
Creating a Positive Educational Climate
Creates a positive educational climate for students with disabilities to learn in an atmosphere of respect and rapport.
Utilizing Teaching Techniques
Employs various teaching techniques, methods, and principles of learning to enable students to meet their individual education plan (IEP) goals.
Observing Student Performance
Observes and evaluates student performance and mastery of standards, monitors student assessment data, and maintains student grades and attendance.
Managing Classroom Behavior
Manages student behavior in the classroom by utilizing effective classroom management strategies, implementing positive behavior supports and evidence-based interventions, and invoking appropriate disciplinary procedures.
Communicating with Parents
Communicates with parents and school/district personnel regarding student progress and encourages parental involvement.
Ensuring Health and Safety
Takes all responsible precautions to provide for the health and safety of students and to protect equipment, materials, and facilities.
Supervising Paraprofessionals
Provides oversight to paraprofessionals.
Maintaining Confidential Records
Appropriately maintains and secures confidential records, inquiries, data, and full-time equivalency (FTE) documentation.
Attending Workshops and Trainings
Attends workshops and trainings to continue to build in exceptional student education knowledge and skills.
Maintaining Certifications
Maintains appropriate certifications and professional development hours as required.
Responsibilities and Tasks
The responsibilities and tasks outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the district.
Communications
Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally. Expresses ideas and thoughts in written form. Exhibits good listening and comprehension. Keeps others adequately informed. Selects and uses appropriate communication methods.
Job Knowledge
Competent in required job skills and knowledge. Exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills. Keeps abreast of current developments. Requires minimal supervision. Displays understanding of how the job relates to others. Uses resources effectively.
Judgment
Displays willingness to make decisions. Exhibits sound and accurate judgment. Supports and explains reasoning for decisions. Includes appropriate people in decision-making processes. Makes timely decisions.
Achievement Focus
Sets and achieves challenging goals. Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles. Measures self against standards of excellence. Recognizes and acts on opportunities. Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.
Planning & Organization
Prioritizes and plans work activities. Uses time efficiently. Plans for additional resources. Integrates changes smoothly. Sets goals and objectives. Works in an organized manner.
Certificates/Licenses/Registrations
Florida Professional Educator Certificate in Exceptional Student Education preferred. Eligibility for Florida Temporary Certificate required.
Language Skills
Reads, analyzes, and interprets all kinds of documents. Responds to inquiries or complaints from employees, regulatory agencies, or community. Writes speeches and effectively presents to managers, the public, and school board.
Mathematical Skills
Works with math concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of geometry and trigonometry. Applies concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Reasoning Ability
Solves practical problems and deals with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Interprets a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Computer Skills
Microsoft Office
Physical Demands
Physical activities: standing, walking, sitting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, bending, crawling, handling, keyboarding, talking, and hearing. Lifting demands: up to 10 pounds.
Environmental Conditions
Noise intensity 3 moderate.