Kipp
Behavior Specialist
Kipp, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Company Description
Who We Are
KIPP SoCal Public Schools is a network of 20 high-performing, college-preparatory public charter schools. We educate more than 9,800 students in grades pre-K through eighth in the greater Los Angeles area and San Diego. Additionally, we support approximately 5,100 alumni on their journey to and through high school and college.
What We Believe
KIPP SoCal believes that the purpose of education is for liberation. This means that we see, develop, and inspire the limitless potential in each and all of our KIPPsters.
What We Do
At KIPP SoCal we build trusting relationships that are strengthened by high expectations and collaboration alongside laughter and joy. We set ambitious goals and hold each other accountable for students achieving their greatest potential. We work together with each other and in partnership with families and communities in the active pursuit of a more equitable world. We do the right thing, even when it's not always comfortable standing up and speaking out against anti-blackness, racism, oppression, and injustice. We persevere through obstacles and treat failure as an opportunity to learn and grow.
Job Description
What You'll DoThe Behavior Specialist provides consultation, coaching, one-to-one and group presentations, and classroom support, instructional and behavioral strategies for general education teachers, special education teachers, site personnel, and others providing instructional services to elementary and middle school students in a general education and special education settingConduct comprehensive Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBA), writes legally defensible effective behavioral analysis reports, and develops Behavior Support Plans (BSP) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP)Develop consultation relationships with school special and general education service providers. Trains, directs, and monitors behavior interventions of teachers and classified KIPP SoCal team members assigned to work with students with behavioral challengesProvide interventions and trains KIPP SoCal team members and administrators in behavioral interventions for special education studentsAnalyze behavior from a functional perspective and develops daily positive interventionsParticipate as part of a multidisciplinary team and supports all school sites and activities as directedCollaborate with a variety of service providers and agencies, as needed and as directed by School Psychology Program ManagerResearch interventions, treatment techniques, and assessment tool resources and methodsConduct positive behavior support presentations, training and professional development as neededParticipate in meetings, including Individual Educational Plans (IEPs), 504 meetings, and Student Study TeamsAssist the School Leaders, Program Managers or assigned teacher of behaviorally-based programs for individuals with special needsTrain staff and monitors data and data collection, lesson development, and implementation of Behavior Support Plans (BSP) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP)Communicate with parents regarding behavior needs of students as needed under the direction or instruction of School Psychology Program ManagerPerform related duties as required.What We're Looking For
Experience providing services to special education students; assessing students; developing and implementing behavioral interventions for special education students; assessing student functional capabilities; conducting presentations; and performing research.Skill developing and presenting training activities; establishing and maintaining professional working relationships with individuals, groups, public, and private agency personnel; developing consultation relationships with special and general education service providersKnowledge of appropriate curriculum and instructional strategies for students with disabilities; current state and federal special education regulations; special education curriculum resources and materials; behavior intervention methodology/techniques including positive behavior intervention strategies and regulations; individual and classroom management techniques; principles and practices of instruction, curriculum, professional development, and assessment in a special education setting; student assessment methods; research basis underlying best practices in special education; diagnostic instruments and their interpretation and application; applied behavior analysisAbility to present complex information on behavior, behavioral assessment, and implementation of behavior plans to KIPP SoCal team members; work independently; communicate orally and in writing; establish and maintain professional relationships; establish priorities and meet deadlines; travel to various locations; manage various assignments simultaneously; work as part of a multidisciplinary teamPhysical Abilities include sitting for extended periods, reaching, lifting and carryingQualifications
You'll Be Qualified If You Have
Minimum Qualifications:
Master's degree from an accredited college or universityTwo (2) years successful experience working with behavioral servicesThe capability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Preferred Qualifications:
Working towards a certification as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)A valid California Teaching Credential authorizing K-12 service in core subject area, or Specialist Credential or Pupil Personnel Services Credential (highly preferred)Experience working with students with emotional disturbanceExperience working with students with Autism Spectrum DisorderExperience working with students with mental health issues and needs.
Additional Information
Joining KIPP SoCal Means the Following
Working at an organization committed to the hard work necessary to ensure education is for liberationSpending time with students and families in the best communities of LA, Compton and San DiegoSupport and care from fellow regional team membersOngoing professional development and coaching from managerWorking with Us Means the Following Perks
Very competitive and transparent compensation package inclusive of a generous benefits package (follow link and refer to slides 8/9 for salary scale. This role is in Group SS3). Salary is based on years of experience at KIPP SoCal only so all team members will come in at Year 1.100% of healthcare premium costs covered by employer, dependents added at 50% of costEmployer paid KIPP SoCal life insurance401(k) plan with up to 6% match by KIPP SocalVoluntary Benefits (Supplemental Life, Accident, Short Term Disability, Pet Insurance, etc.)Generous time off program includes 22 holidays and sick leaveOther great benefits (Flexible spending account, EAP, tuition reimbursement for dependents, etc.)
KIPP SoCal Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation/gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
KIPP SoCal strives to ensure that our careers website is accessible to all, including individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please contact us. You can find our contact information on our website, http://www.kippsocal.org/.Information will be sent to a talent acquisition representative who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the hiring process.
Who We Are
KIPP SoCal Public Schools is a network of 20 high-performing, college-preparatory public charter schools. We educate more than 9,800 students in grades pre-K through eighth in the greater Los Angeles area and San Diego. Additionally, we support approximately 5,100 alumni on their journey to and through high school and college.
What We Believe
KIPP SoCal believes that the purpose of education is for liberation. This means that we see, develop, and inspire the limitless potential in each and all of our KIPPsters.
What We Do
At KIPP SoCal we build trusting relationships that are strengthened by high expectations and collaboration alongside laughter and joy. We set ambitious goals and hold each other accountable for students achieving their greatest potential. We work together with each other and in partnership with families and communities in the active pursuit of a more equitable world. We do the right thing, even when it's not always comfortable standing up and speaking out against anti-blackness, racism, oppression, and injustice. We persevere through obstacles and treat failure as an opportunity to learn and grow.
Job Description
What You'll DoThe Behavior Specialist provides consultation, coaching, one-to-one and group presentations, and classroom support, instructional and behavioral strategies for general education teachers, special education teachers, site personnel, and others providing instructional services to elementary and middle school students in a general education and special education settingConduct comprehensive Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBA), writes legally defensible effective behavioral analysis reports, and develops Behavior Support Plans (BSP) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP)Develop consultation relationships with school special and general education service providers. Trains, directs, and monitors behavior interventions of teachers and classified KIPP SoCal team members assigned to work with students with behavioral challengesProvide interventions and trains KIPP SoCal team members and administrators in behavioral interventions for special education studentsAnalyze behavior from a functional perspective and develops daily positive interventionsParticipate as part of a multidisciplinary team and supports all school sites and activities as directedCollaborate with a variety of service providers and agencies, as needed and as directed by School Psychology Program ManagerResearch interventions, treatment techniques, and assessment tool resources and methodsConduct positive behavior support presentations, training and professional development as neededParticipate in meetings, including Individual Educational Plans (IEPs), 504 meetings, and Student Study TeamsAssist the School Leaders, Program Managers or assigned teacher of behaviorally-based programs for individuals with special needsTrain staff and monitors data and data collection, lesson development, and implementation of Behavior Support Plans (BSP) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP)Communicate with parents regarding behavior needs of students as needed under the direction or instruction of School Psychology Program ManagerPerform related duties as required.What We're Looking For
Experience providing services to special education students; assessing students; developing and implementing behavioral interventions for special education students; assessing student functional capabilities; conducting presentations; and performing research.Skill developing and presenting training activities; establishing and maintaining professional working relationships with individuals, groups, public, and private agency personnel; developing consultation relationships with special and general education service providersKnowledge of appropriate curriculum and instructional strategies for students with disabilities; current state and federal special education regulations; special education curriculum resources and materials; behavior intervention methodology/techniques including positive behavior intervention strategies and regulations; individual and classroom management techniques; principles and practices of instruction, curriculum, professional development, and assessment in a special education setting; student assessment methods; research basis underlying best practices in special education; diagnostic instruments and their interpretation and application; applied behavior analysisAbility to present complex information on behavior, behavioral assessment, and implementation of behavior plans to KIPP SoCal team members; work independently; communicate orally and in writing; establish and maintain professional relationships; establish priorities and meet deadlines; travel to various locations; manage various assignments simultaneously; work as part of a multidisciplinary teamPhysical Abilities include sitting for extended periods, reaching, lifting and carryingQualifications
You'll Be Qualified If You Have
Minimum Qualifications:
Master's degree from an accredited college or universityTwo (2) years successful experience working with behavioral servicesThe capability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Preferred Qualifications:
Working towards a certification as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)A valid California Teaching Credential authorizing K-12 service in core subject area, or Specialist Credential or Pupil Personnel Services Credential (highly preferred)Experience working with students with emotional disturbanceExperience working with students with Autism Spectrum DisorderExperience working with students with mental health issues and needs.
Additional Information
Joining KIPP SoCal Means the Following
Working at an organization committed to the hard work necessary to ensure education is for liberationSpending time with students and families in the best communities of LA, Compton and San DiegoSupport and care from fellow regional team membersOngoing professional development and coaching from managerWorking with Us Means the Following Perks
Very competitive and transparent compensation package inclusive of a generous benefits package (follow link and refer to slides 8/9 for salary scale. This role is in Group SS3). Salary is based on years of experience at KIPP SoCal only so all team members will come in at Year 1.100% of healthcare premium costs covered by employer, dependents added at 50% of costEmployer paid KIPP SoCal life insurance401(k) plan with up to 6% match by KIPP SocalVoluntary Benefits (Supplemental Life, Accident, Short Term Disability, Pet Insurance, etc.)Generous time off program includes 22 holidays and sick leaveOther great benefits (Flexible spending account, EAP, tuition reimbursement for dependents, etc.)
KIPP SoCal Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation/gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
KIPP SoCal strives to ensure that our careers website is accessible to all, including individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please contact us. You can find our contact information on our website, http://www.kippsocal.org/.Information will be sent to a talent acquisition representative who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the hiring process.