JOB DESCRIPTION

The Student Behavior Specialist will carry an active and direct role in supporting behavioral health and well-being efforts at HT Smith Elementary School (grades k-2). The Student Behavior Specialist will serve as a consultant for all building student behavioral needs including Tier 2 and 3 interventions

Please note: The district reserves the right to interview qualified candidates as applications come in. The job can be offered to a selected, qualified applicant prior to the end of the posting period

Required Qualifications/Certifications

Bachelor’s Degree
- Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate
- Two (2) yeas of successful teaching experience or related field
Demonstration of leadership ability in past teaching, administrative assignments and/or building/district level committee work, or similar prior experience
Ability to plan and implement activities for maximum effectiveness
Basic understanding and knowledge of current technology
Ability to relate positively and communicate effectively with students, parents, staff and the community

Preferred Qualifications/Certifications

Master’s Degree in School Counseling, Special Education, Curriculum, Educational Leadership, or similar field
Valid Michigan teaching certificate in elementary education
Michigan Administrator's Certificate
3 + years of succesful teaching experience
Understanding of the unique developmental, physical, and social needs of young children
Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with students, parents, and staff
Willingness to try and share new ideas, techniques, and strategies
Strong communication, technology, and organizational skills
Demonstrated experience developing and/or implementing systems such as PBIS, Restorative Practices, etc.
Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Certification

Responsibilities and Duties

Directly report to Principal
Provide interventions for behavior support including positive and proactive techniques for improving student behavior and motivation
Offer support for social and emotional health needs and implement PBIS and Restorative Practice initiatives
Organize and lead learning opportunities related to positive and healthy behaviors for students and staff
Contribute and support district and building initiatives, including collaboration with the Office of Academics, Director of School Security, and the Special Education Department
Lead and implement PBIS interventions, such as Check-In & Check-Out and Restorative Practices
Collaborate with teachers regarding the development and use of behavior plans, safety plans, and health plans
Collaborate with teachers regarding the implementation and progress of behavior plans
Enter behavior data, progress monitor behavior interventions, analyze behavior data, adjust behavior systems based on data, and train staff on behavior data use and behavior intervention progress monitoring
Support teachers and support staff with behavior management systems at all Tiers
Conduct parent meetings that may include teachers, support staff, and students
Provide leadership and support for school-wide PBIS/MTSS
Leading member of the multidisciplinary team for MTSS meetings, Section 504 meetings, IEP meetings as needed
Support implementation of universal accommodations and students in need of individual accommodations
Monitor student attendance, truancy, discipline, and provide support to students and parents
Recommend, implement, and fairly enforce building and district policies and procedures related to discipline consistent with the approved Kreeger Elementary Parent/Student Handbook (enact disciplinary code of conduct)
Attend meetings of the Board Discipline Committee (as needed) to provide incident summary and student discipline history for discipline hearings
Keep detailed documentation regarding student disciplinary investigations, contacts and follows-up with parents, administration, liaison officer, teachers, ancillary and support staff regarding student discipline
Support building and district anti-bullying initiatives
Maintain confidential student files
Speak, hear, see, and write clearly with or without assistive device(s)
Walk, stand for the full scheduled period, with minimal sitting options
Adhere to all Board and District policies
Perform other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervise students for a safe and orderly environment for learning

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common knowledge, understanding to carry out instructions
Ability to solve problems in a professional manner

The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the District.

Fowlerville Community Schools does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (ancestry), religion (creed), gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal or state law in its programs and activities. Inquiries or complaints related to discrimination should be directed to: Director of Human Resources, Trisha Reed, Fowlerville Community Schools, 7677 Sharpe Road, Suite A, Fowlerville, MI 48836, (517)223-6018.

Student Support Specialist