A Psychologist studies human behavior to learn about the mental processes that affect people and how they relate to each other. Specializes in research or works directly with patients. May assess, diagnose and treat mental, emotional or behavioral disorders, provide counseling, advise students, focus on workplace issues or consult on criminal cases.
Behavior Specialist - Emotionally/Behaviorally Disabled (EBD) 2026-2027 Pasco County Schools
PAUL R. SMITH K8
- Holiday, Florida Open in Google Maps This job is also posted in Florida Department of Education , and
Pasco County School District Job Details Job ID:
5866296
Application Deadline:
Aug 31, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted:
Yesterday Starting Date:
Aug 10, 2026
Job Description Estimated Start Date:
08/10/2026
Location:
Paul R. Smith Middle School, 1410 Sweetbriar Drive, Holiday, FL 36891
Specialty:
Behavioral and Social Skills Programs Instructional (196 or 245) Days per year Full Time, Benefit Eligible
JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for coordinating, developing, and monitoring the development and implementation of behavioral services and social skills programs for students with disabilities in accordance with District, state, and federal requirements.
EDUCATION, TRAINING & EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in education or related field Trained in applied behavior analysis or agreement to complete the district approved training within a designated timeframe Trained in district approved positive behavioral strategies used to prevent or deescalate behavior or an agreement to complete the training within a designated timeframe
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES & REGISTRATIONS
Valid Florida Educator's Certificate in an exceptional student education area, school psychologist, or guidance and counseling Click here for Job Description.
BACKGROUND SCREENING
Pasco County Schools utilizes the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse for fingerprinting and Level II background screening. For more information about the Florida Clearinghouse and Level II background screening requirements, including eligibility assessments and compliance guidelines, please visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com
Notification of Nondiscrimination:
The District School Board of Pasco County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, disability, or age in its programs, services, and activities or in its hiring and employment practices.
Position Type:
Full-Time Job Categories:
Special Education > Behavior Specialist / EBD Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required Contact Information Pasco County Schools 7227 Land O'Lakes Blvd. Land O' Lakes, Florida 34639
Phone:
727-774-2000
Email:
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