Behavior Support Specialist

iLEAD California

. Develop materials and provide resources and professional development to educators, para-educators, and parents/guardians in Applied Behavior Analysis and other evidence-based methodologies .

Posted 10/31/2026full-timeCastaic • California • United StatesEntry Level💰 $25 - $45 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Applied Behavior Analysis, including conducting Functional Behavior Assessments and developing Behavior Intervention Plans aligned with IDEA and California Education Code. Proven ability to manage and support educational teams, prioritize tasks, and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders.

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Master's Degree In Behavior AnalysisApplied Behavior Analysis ExperienceFunctional Behavior Assessment SkillsBehavior Intervention Plan DevelopmentIEP Team Participation

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Hard Skills

Behavior Management PlansFBA AssessmentsBehavior Intervention PlansSpreadsheet ManagementIEP Management Systems

Soft Skills

High Level Of Communication SkillsOutstanding Organizational SkillsConflict Management

Tools & Technologies

Word Processing SoftwareInternet-Based DatabasesSEIS

Industry Keywords

IDEACalifornia Education CodeParaeducatorsBehavior TherapistsIEP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop materials and provide resources and professional development to educators, para-educators, and parents/guardians in Applied Behavior Analysis and other evidence-based methodologies
Provide recommended services and behavior management plans for learners enrolled in iLEAD schools
Assist in conducting FBA assessments
Develop Behavior Intervention Plans aligned with IDEA and the California Education Code
Work independently or collaboratively to prioritize tasks and goals
Manage spreadsheets and ensure behavior minutes are tracked and completed per learners' IEPs
Provide behavioral recommendations to paraeducators, teachers, and other IEP team members in person and virtually
Participate in IEP team meetings and make behavior recommendations for services and accommodations
Manage 1:1 staff
Perform other responsibilities as defined by the designated supervisor
Communicate with others in person, by telephone, and computer
Assess the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of assigned work
Read detailed documentation and analyze data sets
Make public presentations to large and small groups
Supervise/manage workers and delegate as needed in project management situations
Drive between multiple school sites on a weekly basis

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master's Degree in Behavior Analysis, Education, Special Education, Psychology or a related field
Minimum of 2 years working in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis in a supervisory role supporting behavior therapists/paraeducators
Knowledge of the principles and practices of Applied Behavior Analysis
Ability to conduct FBA assessments and develop Behavior Intervention Plans aligned with IDEA and the California Education Code
Ability to prioritize tasks/goals, manage spreadsheets, and track behavior minutes according to learners' IEPs
Ability to work effectively with word processing software, internet-based databases, and other technologies
Experience providing behavioral recommendations to paraeducators, teachers, and other IEP team members in person and virtually
Advanced training in goal development, writing and implementing Functional Behavior Assessments and Behavior Intervention Plans
Experience managing 1:1 staff
Experience participating in IEP team meetings and using IEP management systems such as SEIS
Ability to travel by public transit and operate a vehicle for self-transportation between worksites
Ability to adjust or move objects up to 50 pounds
High level of written and oral communication skills
Outstanding organizational skills and high attention to detail
Ability to manage conflict with a solutions-based mindset

Benefits

Comp & perks

Ongoing personal and professional development
Professional development activities offered and self-selected professional growth activities
Equal opportunity employment