Behavior Support Technician (25-26) Position Available In Mecklenburg, North Carolina

Behavior Support Technician (25-26)
Tuckaseegee Elementary
P.O. Box 30035
Charlotte , NC 28230
Non Instructional/Support Services
Job Number 4600309898
Start Date Open Date 04/23/2025
Closing Date 05/23/2025 General Definition of Work The behavior support technician (BST), under general supervision, performs support work with minimal decision-making discretion promoting the safety, well-being, and educational access of students by supporting school staff during crisis situations related to student behavior and mental health issues. Position will conduct functional behavior assessments, collaborate with staff to develop and implement behavior intervention plans, and implement crisis prevention and intervention strategies as needed for students with disabilities. Employee performs school-based work to carry out Board of Education policies under the direction of the assigned supervisor. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Salary/Status Hourly NC 09/Full-time, 10 months Reports To Principal or Executive Director of Exceptional Children Place of Work The normal place of work is on the premises used by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Charlotte- Mecklenburg Schools reserves the right to require you to work at such other place(s) as it may reasonably require from time to time. Essential Functions Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures
Enforce administration policies and rules governing students; ensure students understand the student code of conduct
Supervise students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, school yards, and gymnasiums, or on field trips
Provide one-on-one support to students in crisis situations using Crisis Prevention and Intervention CPI strategies as needed for students with disabilities
Use CPI strategies to assist students in modifying behaviors with an emphasis on appropriate consequences and encouraging personal responsibility
Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and collaborate with staff when developing and implementing Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)
Monitor and provide feedback to staff on implementation of BIPs
Collaborate with staff during individual student crisis situations
Collect, analyze, and assess data related to student behavior
Participate in the daily bus, car and van transportation duties involving student arrival and departure to and from schools
Support initiatives to foster a positive school climate
Participate in professional development and other meetings
Perform related duties as assigned Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Knowledge and understanding of the principles, practices, and procedures of public school system policies
Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations and laws pertaining to exceptional children and working with students in a mental health/behavior crisis
Knowledge of conducting FBA, using CPI strategies, and developing BIPs
Ability to diffuse differences through conflict resolution
Ability to learn and use specialized tools, equipment or software related to business needs
Ability to implement local, state, and federal rules, guidelines, and procedures into daily business operations
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to reason, make judgments, and maintain effective working relationships
Ability to employ positive communication skills in all settings/mediums
Ability to problem-solve utilizing sound judgment
Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding school system business
Ability to take initiative, work independently, and exercise sound judgement
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a deadline-driven, rapidly changing team environment Education and Experience High school diploma or equivalent required
CPI training required
Minimum of three (3) years of experience working with student behavior required
Equivalent combination of education and experience
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Additional Job Information Special Requirements Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license or ability to provide own transportation
Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings Physical Requirements/Working Conditions Work requires sufficient physical strength and ability to exert physical effort as needed for crisis intervention or handling objects over thirty pounds
Work often requires bending, squatting, reaching, with the ability to lift, carry, push or pull light weights
Work regularly requires exchange of accurate and detailed information through oral and written communication
Ability to remain in stationary position for required meetings/work
Ability to move to other work locations
Visual acuity requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities
Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels, and to receive detailed information through oral communications
Work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operating standard office equipment, use of advanced technology
Work occasionally requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions
Work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g., business office, light traffic)
Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions
Must be adaptable to performing under mild to high levels of stress Job Attachment View Attachment In compliance with Federal Law, Charlotte – Mecklenburg Schools administers all education programs, employment activities and admissions without discrimination against any person on the basis of gender, race, color, religion, national origin, age or disability.