Behavior Intervention Specialist
Pilot Point Independent School District, Pilot Point, Texas, United States, 76258
Date Posted: 1/15/2026
Date Available: 2026/2027 School Year
Primary Purpose
Provide support and training for teachers, staff, and parents to address and manage students with challenging behaviors. Qualifications
Education/Certification
Bachelor's degree from accredited university Valid Texas teaching certificate with required special education endorsements for assignments Certified as a school counselor in the state of Texas, or a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), or Licensed Board Certified Behavior Analyst or working towards eligibility to take the BCBA exam, and a Bachelor's degree in behavior, social work, psychology, sociology or other related area preferred Special Knowledge/Skills
Knowledge of special needs of students in assigned area 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 Knowledge of and experience conducting a Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA) and development of behavior intervention plans (BIP) Ability to work with students with pervasive developmental disabilities Ability to develop and deliver training to adult learners Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills 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. Major Responsibilities and Duties
Instructional and Program Management
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. Conduct functional behavioral assessment (FBA) based on observation of students in school, home, and community environments. Work with school staff and parents in teaching socially acceptable behaviors to students based on individual needs. Participate in admission, review, and dismissal (ARD) committee meetings. Work collaboratively with parents, teachers, and other staff members to ensure success in meeting individual educational plan (IEP) goals. Manage student behavior and administer discipline including intervening in crisis situations and physically restraining students as necessary according to IEP. Assist teachers with lesson planning, lesson modeling, classroom management, and behavior management. Develop and maintain effective behavioral management and intervention techniques with individual and/or groups of students and provide assistance in meeting education, occupational, and personal needs. Provide individual and small group activities designed to improve interpersonal relationships and social skills for students attending an Alternative Education Program (AEP). Participate in the Response to Intervention (RtI) process and Early Intervention Team (EIT) meetings to address academic and behavioral issues with identified students. Conference with parents, administrators, and teachers concerning school and student issues. Conduct home visits as needed. Training and Staff Development
Identify staff development needs, develop and present training, and coach campus personnel to continually develop and enhance behavioral assessment and intervention skills. Obtain and maintain trainer certification with district approved behavior intervention program; develop and provide training to all staff. Provide behavior management training for parents as needed. Professional Growth and Development
Pursue continuous improvement and growth in knowledge of behavior intervention strategies, methodologies, and analysis. Other
Consult with district and outside resources regarding education, social, medical, and personal needs of students. May serve on campus behavioral threat assessment and safe and supportive schools team. Comply with all Pilot Point ISD policies, procedures, and safety protocols Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities. Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, statistical data, and other documents required. Keep informed of and comply with federal, state, district, and school regulations and policies for special education. Perform other duties as assigned by the campus principal, assistant superintendent, and the Superintendent of Schools.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Provide support and training for teachers, staff, and parents to address and manage students with challenging behaviors. Qualifications
Education/Certification
Bachelor's degree from accredited university Valid Texas teaching certificate with required special education endorsements for assignments Certified as a school counselor in the state of Texas, or a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), or Licensed Board Certified Behavior Analyst or working towards eligibility to take the BCBA exam, and a Bachelor's degree in behavior, social work, psychology, sociology or other related area preferred Special Knowledge/Skills
Knowledge of special needs of students in assigned area 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 Knowledge of and experience conducting a Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA) and development of behavior intervention plans (BIP) Ability to work with students with pervasive developmental disabilities Ability to develop and deliver training to adult learners Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills 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. Major Responsibilities and Duties
Instructional and Program Management
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. Conduct functional behavioral assessment (FBA) based on observation of students in school, home, and community environments. Work with school staff and parents in teaching socially acceptable behaviors to students based on individual needs. Participate in admission, review, and dismissal (ARD) committee meetings. Work collaboratively with parents, teachers, and other staff members to ensure success in meeting individual educational plan (IEP) goals. Manage student behavior and administer discipline including intervening in crisis situations and physically restraining students as necessary according to IEP. Assist teachers with lesson planning, lesson modeling, classroom management, and behavior management. Develop and maintain effective behavioral management and intervention techniques with individual and/or groups of students and provide assistance in meeting education, occupational, and personal needs. Provide individual and small group activities designed to improve interpersonal relationships and social skills for students attending an Alternative Education Program (AEP). Participate in the Response to Intervention (RtI) process and Early Intervention Team (EIT) meetings to address academic and behavioral issues with identified students. Conference with parents, administrators, and teachers concerning school and student issues. Conduct home visits as needed. Training and Staff Development
Identify staff development needs, develop and present training, and coach campus personnel to continually develop and enhance behavioral assessment and intervention skills. Obtain and maintain trainer certification with district approved behavior intervention program; develop and provide training to all staff. Provide behavior management training for parents as needed. Professional Growth and Development
Pursue continuous improvement and growth in knowledge of behavior intervention strategies, methodologies, and analysis. Other
Consult with district and outside resources regarding education, social, medical, and personal needs of students. May serve on campus behavioral threat assessment and safe and supportive schools team. Comply with all Pilot Point ISD policies, procedures, and safety protocols Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities. Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, statistical data, and other documents required. Keep informed of and comply with federal, state, district, and school regulations and policies for special education. Perform other duties as assigned by the campus principal, assistant superintendent, and the Superintendent of Schools.
#J-18808-Ljbffr