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Hardin School Districts 17H & 1 are accepting applications for a District Elementary Behavior Specialist, District Wide for the 2024-2025 school year.

Academic Qualifications: Applicant must have a valid Montana Educator License with an Elementary curriculum endorsement (Special Education preferred) or be able to obtain certification within 60 days of assuming contracted duties.

and experience with Behavior Intervention.

To apply, go to https://hardinpublic.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx

Only complete online applications will be considered

SCHOOL DISTRICTS 17H & 1

POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE:                District Elementary Behavior Specialist

FACILITY:                             Affiliated Buildings-Crow Agency, Hardin

REPORTS TO:                   District Behavior Interventionist / Superintendent

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The person in this position works collaboratively with the elementary school staff in implementing intervention strategies (positive behavior supports) within the school environment that allows the student to successfully integrate behaviorally into the school setting.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

Behavior Management and Intervention:

Implement and monitor district wide behavior management strategies, programs, and interventions to address individual and group behavioral; issues, challenges, and concerns.

Provide direct support, guidance, and supervision to students exhibiting challenging behaviors, helping them develop self-regulation, conflict resolution, and coping skills.

Collaborate with teachers, counselors, and administrators to develop, implement, and review Behavior Support Plans (BSPs), Individualized Education Plans IEPs), and intervention strategies tailored to meet students’ unique needs, strengths, and areas for growth.

Social-Emotional Learning and Skill Development:

Facilitate social-emotional learning (SEL) activities, lessons, and programs to promote self-awareness, empathy, communication, teamwork, and other essential life skills among students.

Provide targeted social skills training, group counseling, and individualized support to help students build positive relationship, develop resilience, and navigate social dynamics.

Collaboration and Communication:

Work collaboratively with teachers, administrators, counselors, support staff, and families to identify, address, and resolve behavioral concerns, academic challenges, and social-emotional issues affecting students’ learning and well-being.

Maintain open, proactive, and respectful communication with students, families, and stakeholders, sharing information, updates, strategies, and resources to support students’ success, growth and development.

Data Collection and Reporting:

Collect, analyze, and interpret behavioral data, observations, and feedback to monitor progress, evaluate effectiveness of interventions, and inform decision-making, planning, and adjustment to behavior management strategies and support plans.

Prepare and maintain accurate and comprehensive records, reports, documentation, and documentation related to student behavior, interventions, progress, and outcomes in compliance with school policies, procedures, and legal requirements.

Professional Development and Training:

Participate in professional development, training, workshops, conferences, and ongoing learning opportunities to enhance knowledge, skills, competencies, and best practices in behavior management, social-emotional learning, counseling, and related areas.

• Stay informed about current trends, research, policies, legislation, and best practices in behavior management, social-emotional learning, special education, and related fields to promote continuous improvement, innovation, and excellence in supporting students’ behavioral, academic, and social-emotional growth and success.

Only minimum duties and responsibilities are listed.  Other duties and responsibilities may be required as given or assigned.

DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION / CERTIFICATION:

Montana Educator license with elementary endorsement (Special Education preferred)

Experience with Behavior Intervention

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:

Knowledge of general concepts of child growth, development, and behavior characteristics

Ability to demonstrate an understanding, patient, warm, and receptive attitude toward children

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, parents, and school community

Ability to read and interpret documents

Ability to follow both oral and written directions and instructions

Ability to write routine reports and correspondence

Ability to be flexible in scheduling and planning

Ability to effectively manage time and responsibilities

Ability to effectively use technology in the instructional/learning process

Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing

Ability to handle crisis situations

Ability to maintain confidentiality of employee and student matters

Ability to perform duties with awareness of all District requirements and School Board policies

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:

Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional program

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, parents, and school community

Ability to be flexible in scheduling and planning

Ability to effectively use technology

Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing

Ability to handle stressful situations

Ability to maintain confidentiality of employee and student matters

Ability to perform duties with awareness of all District requirements and School Board policies

EQUIPMENT USED:

Audio-visual equipment, interactive boards, computers, tablet, printer, copier, general school equipment

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Students, support behavior staff

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to sit, occasionally walk and stand. The employee must be able to lift and / or move up to 50 pounds. May travel from building to other sites.

Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee rarely