Ohio Department Of Education North Canton , OH 44720
Posted 4 days ago
Title: Behavior Coach (Fairless/Northwest)
Reports to: Special Education Director
Job Objective: Facilitates the observation, creation, planning, delivery, implementation, and ongoing improvement of student behavior plans.
Minimum Qualifications:
Valid State Board of Education license/certificate appropriate for the position
Meets all mandated health requirements (e.g., a negative tuberculosis test, etc.)
A record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment
Complies with drug-free workplace rules and board policies
Keeps current with technology and other workplace innovations that support job functions
Successful teaching experience
Effective organizational, planning, and project management skills
Demonstrates current knowledge and the ability to apply broad-based curriculum designs and instructional technology applications that support the diverse learning needs of students
Essential Functions: The following are typical work responsibilities. A reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform essential functions.
Coordinates the creation, planning, and implementation of functional behavior assessments and behavior intervention plans
Articulates a clear philosophy and shared vision of learning
Helps to coach teachers in the implementation of student behavior plans
Supports the transition of students back to the district from alternative placements
Promotes highly specialized positive behavior interventions in which "at risk" students thrive: behavior instruction that is explicit, intensive, accelerated and provides ample practice
Ensures that the strategies are tailored for each student, working with the parents and other specialists to understand the student's underlying needs and issues
Facilitates the implementation of the school's social-emotional learning, executive functioning, and behavioral support interventions in the classroom and other school environments
Assists with student crisis intervention. CPI Training is a job requirement, implementing CPI protocols as needed. Will work with and support staff during escalated behavior situations, both directly and after to debrief/problem solve
Provides training for new paraprofessionals and/or behavior technicians, as well as ongoing coaching and support. Assists in developing procedures and training materials for staff involved with students with challenging behaviors for the purpose of enhancing programs for students and ensuring that program operations are in compliance with established guidelines
Conducts workshops, training, in-service presentations, etc. in classroom management techniques and other topics for the purpose of developing skills and establishing effective relationships with behaviorally or emotionally disturbed students
Upholds board policies and follows administrative procedures. Promotes a professional image of the school district
Maintains open and effective communications. Promotes the district's mission, philosophy, and vision. Serves as an information resource. Keeps stakeholders informed about emerging issues
Analyzes data to improve school operations. Helps develop and implement the district's care team concept and continuous improvement plan. Identifies/develops partnerships that enhance services
Provides staff leadership and consensus development. Advances the change process. Implements strategies and time-frames to accomplish organizational objectives. Helps resolve problems
Administers the board-approved budget for assigned areas of responsibility. Ensures that program resources are equitably apportioned
Encourages program innovations. Pursues funding opportunities. Prepares grant/foundation applications. Implements funded proposals and complies with reporting requirements
Participates in staff orientation processes. Expresses high expectations and provides support to improve staff performance (e.g., observations, consultations, meetings, etc.).
Promotes professionalism. Assists with the planning and delivery of effective staff development programs that improves teaching outcomes and student learning (e.g., methods, skills, commitment, care team, etc.)
Promotes academic excellence in a nurturing environment
Promotes the continuity of the instructional program. Provides insights about the progression of student skills and key contributions made by staff at each level
Assists with student testing programs. Provides leadership for instructional modifications and interventions that enhance student learning and improve test performance
Assists with the implementation of intervention programs as directed
Complies with state policies/procedures for the education of students identified as having a disability. Ensures that services are provided in the least restrictive educational environment
Participates in parent conferences and student planning meetings as needed (e.g., IAT, IEP, etc.)
Provides guidance, communicates expectations, and shows an active interest in student progress
Helps staff resolve problems that impede student participation in appropriate learning activities
Promotes a safe, efficient, and effective work/learning environment. Monitors safety concerns. Works with stakeholders to manage or eliminate risk factors
Upholds applicable local, state, and federal laws. Maintains effective relationships with community services (e.g., legal, health, welfare, etc.). Serves as a school contact for service providers
Assists with collection, verification, and recording of program information as directed
Maintains accurate records and submits reports on time
Respects personal privacy. Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information
Reports suspected child abuse and/or neglect to civil authorities as required by law.
Encourages parent organizations and supports school-sponsored activi
Pursues growth opportunities that enhance professional performance and advance district goals
Strives to develop rapport and serves as a positive role model for others.
Maintains a professional appearance. Wears work attire appropriate for the position
Performs other specific job-related duties as directed.
Abilities Required: The following personal characteristics and skills are important for the successful performance of assigned duties.
Engenders staff enthusiasm and teamwork. Promotes a positive work/learning environment
Acknowledges personal responsibility for decisions and conduct
Skillfully manages individual, group, and organizational interactions
Averts problem situations and intervenes to resolve conflicts
Interprets information accurately and initiates effective responses
Effectively uses listening, observation, reading, verbal, nonverbal, and writing skills
Organizes tasks and manages time effectively
Maintains an acceptable attendance record and is punctual
Supervisory Responsibility:
Supervises assigned staff and special projects under the Special Education Director.
Assumes responsibility for the results of duties delegated to staff.
Working Conditions: Exposure to the following situations may range from remote to frequent based on circumstances and factors that may not be predictable:
Duties may require operating and/or riding in a vehicle
Duties may require traveling to meetings and work assignments
Duties may require working under time constraints to meet deadlines
Potential for exposure to adverse weather conditions and seasonal temperature extremes
Potential for exposure to blood-borne pathogens and communicable diseases.
Potential for interaction with aggressive, disruptive, and/or unruly individuals
Performance Evaluation: Job performance including duties assigned by the superintendent are evaluated according to policies/contractual agreements adopted by the Stark County Educational Service Center.
The Stark County Educational Service Center is an equal opportunity employer. This job description identifies general responsibilities and is not intended to be a complete list of all duties performed. This document is subject to change in response to student demographics, staffing factors, funding variables, modified operating procedures, and other unforeseen events.
Ohio Department Of Education