BOARD OF EDUCATION
DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES

RECRUITMENT BULLETIN #17-273                                                                                                                                 BEHAVIORAL SPECIALIST

February 20, 2018                                                                                                                                                                                            Harvey Austin School #97

NOTICE OF POSITION

POSITION:

The Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Kriner Cash, is interested in receiving applications from qualified candidates for the position of:

BEHAVIORAL SPECIALIST @ Harvey Austin School 97

APPLICATION:

Candidates who wish to apply must complete an application available at www.buffaloschools.org/jobs

Applications successfully received will generate a confirmation email to the account listed on the application.  (Be sure to check your junk and spam mail.) If you do not receive a confirmation email, we cannot guarantee that your application was received. You must submit an application until you receive a confirmation email.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Certification in Elementary Education, Special Education, Secondary Certification, School Guidance Counselor or School Social Worker. It is required that candidates must attach a PDF or a screen shot of their certifications.  Knowledge and experience with implementing PBIS model and systems. Experience with de-escalation techniques. Experience with writing, implementing and monitoring Student Intervention Records and Data. Must have the ability to perform the physical duties associated with this position.

DUTIES:

• Coordinate the school’s PBIS initiative for Tiers 1 & 2
• Member of the school’s PBIS and attendance committees
• Respond to students requiring de-escalation intervention
• Work with teachers to implement effective classroom management strategies and assist teachers with BIP/FBA implementation.
• Work with teachers to write and support Student Intervention Records
• Attend required professional development and district meetings
• Provide professional development to faculty and staff as needed
• Work with the Student Support Team to identify students needing Tier 2 strategies/interventions
• Provide data and reports as required to monitor student suspensions, ODRs and attendance
• Work with parents to assist in meet their child’s needs.
• Duties as assigned by the Principal.

APPOINTMENT:

Appointment will be made by the Superintendent following assessment of training, experience, certifications, credentials and evaluation of service. Personal interviews shall be scheduled where appropriate.

SALARY:                  Teacher salary schedule based on BTF contract

FUND #:                    Pending Funding

FINAL DATE

FOR FILING:          MARCH 9, 2018

                                                                                            DR. KRINER CASH