JOHNSTON COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION:  Exceptional Children Behavior Specialist

LOCATION:  Exceptional Children Programs (School Locations TBA)

SALARY:  Teacher’s Salary Schedule

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT:  11 Months

REPORTS TO:  Executive Director of Exceptional Children

QUALIFICATIONS AND ATTRIBUTES:   

• A Bachelor of Arts or Science (or higher) in applied behavioral sciences, psychology, social work, sociology, education, or mental health related field is required.
• Experience in providing behavior services (e.g. functional assessment, behavior intervention plan, and crisis intervention) for students with autism spectrum disorders, developmental disabilities and other behavior disorders.
• Minimum of five years teaching experience in a classroom with students in the special education classroom.
• Must possess valid North Carolina teaching license.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan, organize and prioritize own work to meet deadlines and accomplish tasks within established timelines, including maintaining accurate records and files.
• Maintain an orderly work environment and perform tasks in a prescribed and safe manner.
• Conduct comprehensive functional analysis and behavioral assessments.
• Write effective behavioral assessments.
• Develop consultation relationships with special and general education service providers.
• Effectively present complex information on behavior, behavioral assessment, and implementation of behavior plans to staff.
• Intervene and model effective behavioral interventions with special education students, district staff and administrators.
• Maintain proactive measures and provide target interventions supports.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Plan, organize, and conduct staff development training for school staff.
• Work with children and adolescents that have behavioral, learning and social challenges.
• Work with a variety of service providers and agencies.
• Maintain strict confidentiality on job related matters.
• Familiar with and experience in the IEP process including development of IEP goals in team meetings.

ABILITY TO:

• Respond promptly to requests of area principals; provide needed information, assistance, training, materials and resources.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and professional working relationships with all stakeholders.
• Working in school environments, providing consultation and training to teachers and assistants, including the adaptation of curriculum and materials for students with severe behavioral challenges.
• Conducting functional assessments and developing behavioral support plans as part of individual education plans, following federal and state guidelines.
• Conduct classroom observations to assess program needs and make recommendations for instruction and training.
• Maintain professional skills and knowledge.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to communicate orally and in writing with parents, staff, and community leaders.
• Must be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of fingering, grasping, kneeling, sitting, walking, stooping, reaching, lifting, pushing, pulling, talking, seeing, hearing, and repetitive motion. 

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must possess a valid North Carolina driver’s license.
• Strong interpersonal relationships with students, staff, and parents.
• Ability to communicate effectively in written and oral forms.
• Ability to develop and compile a variety of records and reports.

DISCLAIMERS: The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position. They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and skills that may be required of the employees assigned to this position. This description may be revised by the supervisor, with HR review and approval, at any time.

Johnston County Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in the employment or promotion of employees on the basis of gender, race, religion, age, national origin or disability.