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Behavioral Specialist- Social Emotional Center (SEC)
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What they do
A Special Education Teacher teaches students who have disabilities, and adapts teaching methods to meet the needs of students. Assesses students and helps to develop individualized education plans that specify the services and accommodations needed for each student. Works in a classroom that includes only students with IEPs, or works with students and teachers in regular classes. For students with severe disabilities, may focus on developing skills for independent living. Works as part of a team that includes therapists, school counselors or social workers.
$67,320 / year median in Minnesota
+0% projected growth
Job Description
True Openings as of 9/3/2026 Behavioral Specialist
- Social Emotional Center (SEC)
JobID:
9636Position Type:
Special Education Providers/ Special Education Teacher Date Posted:
8/31/2026Location:
Olson Middle School Date Available:
ASAP Closing Date:
Until Filled Position:
Behavioral Specialist Location:
Olson Middle School Effective Date:
8/24/26Hours:
1.0FTE Pay:
See Teacher Contract Required Licensure:
Current MN Special Education License/Board Certified Behavioral Analyst or School Social Work licenseRequired Experience:
Experience with School-Age Students with Disabilities Ability to work successfully with students and adults of various economic, racial, and cultural backgrounds Knowledge of social education procedures Knowledgeable of current best practices in the field of special education, specifically in the area of behavior with evidence of the continuing pursuit of such knowledge. Experience with data analysis and data-driven decision making to support instruction and behavior interventions Effective skills in the areas of time management, task prioritization, problem solving and development of solutions Effective written and oral communication skills Minimum of three years; experience teaching special education students and/or working with students with significant behavioral challengesResponsibilities:
Work and train collaboratively with site based teams Conduct observations of students, promote collaborative team processes and provide behavioral strategies and coaching to staff. Assist with collaboration among teachers, students, families and community to meet education needs Assist and coach probationary and tenured staff to further develop their practices related to behavior interventions, classroom strategies, room arrangement, etc. Facilitate training on threat & risk assessments for the district collaborating with the mental health teams Facilitate effective team meetings to review strategies and assure fidelity of intervention implementation Develop data collection and monitoring procedures to monitor intervention fidelity and success Provide professional development in research-based pedagogy and best practices for licensed and paraprofessional staff Assist educators with implementing research-based best practices for interventions, personalized learning and behavior improvement. Attend student and team meetings when requested or as appropriate. Collaborate with IEP team, including parents, on behavior plans and supports Support Special Education programs and services to ensure students are educated in the least restrictive environment and improve programming to reduce the need for more restrictive placements and contracted support Attend professional development as determined by special education leadership Attend Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) Training, maintain certification and/or serve as a district-wide CPI trainer; provide crisis intervention and support to students and staff as needed. Communicate regularly with the Special Education leadershipBenefits:
Bloomington Public Schools offers a variety of benefits to help take care of employees' health and well-being.These benefits include:
Health & Dental Insurance:
Employees can choose from health and dental plans to help cover medical and dental needs for themselves and their families. Employee only coverage for Health insurance is $0 per paycheck. The District also contributes to an HSA account to help cover medical expenses.Life Insurance and Disability Insurance:
Employees get free life insurance, which provides money to their family if something happens to them while employed with the district. Additionally, your spouse and dependent children to age twenty-six are also covered. There is also LTD insurance to help if they can't work due to illness or injury for an extended period of time.Retirement & Pension Savings:
Employees can save money for their future through a retirement plan or pension. The district helps by contributing money towards their savings through match, and through contributions to the State retirement plan.Paid Time Off:
Employees accrue time off for things like Earned Personal Leave or sick days.Employee Support:
There is also help for employees with life events through a free Employee Assistance Program. This program covers many things, including mental health, financial health, aging parent resources, young family resources. The district is dedicated to supporting employees and their families with affordable health care, financial security, and opportunities for personal growth. Please see our complete benefit offerings here : https://www.bloomington.k12.mn.us/human-resources/benefits-and-insuranceAPPLICATION DEADLINE
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