Behavior Coach

Job Title:     District Behavior Coach

Exemption Status/Test:  Exempt

Reports to:        Director of Special Education

Dept./School:  Special Education/ Special Education

 

Primary Purpose:

Provide leadership, coordination, and support for district-wide behavior systems and services. Ensure the effective implementation of proactive, research-based behavioral supports; promote consistent discipline practices; and build staff capacity to address the social, emotional, and behavioral needs of students. Support campuses in maintaining safe, structured, and supportive learning environments aligned with district goals and state/federal requirements.

 

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Bachelor's degree required

Master's degree preferred, but not required, in education, special education, counseling, behavior analysis, psychology, or related field

Valid Texas teaching certificate with required special education endorsements for assignments

CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) certification or ability to obtain

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of behavior intervention systems (PBIS, MTSS)

Knowledge of restorative practices and de-escalation strategies

Knowledge of Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee process and Individual Education Plan (IEP) goal setting and implementation

Knowledge of behavior and social skill intervention techniques and methodology

Ability to work with students with pervasive developmental disabilities

Ability to develop and deliver training to adult learners

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Knowledge of state and federal laws related to student discipline and behavior

Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Ability to analyze and interpret behavior and discipline data

Experience:

Three (3) years of experience as a special education teacher, in related social work, or in work related

to the certified field.

Experience working with students including implementing behavior management strategies.

 

Salary Information:

• Paygrade: S2
• Days: 197

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

 

Instructional & Program Leadership:

• Develop, implement, and monitor behavior intervention procedures and discipline systems.
• Assist campuses in aligning discipline practices with district policies and legal requirements.
• Collaborate with administrators and teachers to design and develop research based behavioral intervention plans (BIP), provide support to instructional staff in implementing BIPs, and classroom management strategies.
• Monitor the effectiveness of behavior intervention plans and recommend changes as needed.
• Provide guidance on complex student behavior cases and disciplinary decisions.
• Conference with parents, administrators, and teachers concerning school and student issues.

Professional Development:

• Identify staff development needs, develop and present training, and coach campus personnel to continually develop and enhance behavioral assessment and intervention skills.
• Provide ongoing coaching and modeling to support effective behavior practices in classrooms.
• Provide behavior management training for parents as needed.

Student Support:

• Assist with the development and implementation of Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs).
• Support Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and intervention planning.
• Participate in ARD/IEP meetings as needed to support student behavior needs.
• Provide consultation and problem-solving support to campus teams.

Data & Compliance:

• Monitor and analyze discipline and behavior data to identify trends and needs.
• Ensure accurate documentation and compliance with state and federal requirements.
• Support campuses with discipline reporting and data integrity.

Collaboration:

• Collaborate with administrators, special education staff, counselors, and related service providers.
• Communicate effectively with families regarding behavior supports and interventions.
• Partner with community agencies and external providers as needed.

Program Coordination:

• Support implementation of restorative practices and alternative discipline approaches.
• Assist with the coordination of behavior-related programs and services.
• Contribute to district initiatives focused on student behavior and school climate.

Other:

• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with FERPA and district guidelines.
• Attend professional development to improve job performance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental  Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals, and other instructional equipment

Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Frequent walking

Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may require occasional heavy lifting (45

pounds or more) and positioning of students with physical disabilities, control behavior through physical

restraint, assist non-ambulatory students, and lift and move adaptive and other classroom equipment

Environment: Work inside; may work outside; regular exposure to noise; exposure to biological hazards

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; may work prolonged or irregular hours

 

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Sealy ISD does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, or disability in its programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.