We want YOU here!
Join the team at Jefferson High School, where students, staff, and the community come together to create endless opportunities for learning and growth. We are committed to fostering an environment where students are encouraged to take risks, build connections, and give back. If you're passionate about education and making a lasting impact, we'd love to have you be part of our journey!
Learn more about Jefferson High School at: https://www.sf.k12.sd.us/o/jhs
REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION LEVEL:
Two years successful post high school education.
EXPERIENCE DESIRED:
At least one year of work experience in a position requiring interpersonal interaction skills, knowledge of programming for students with behavior disorders.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Requires hearing, hand-eye coordination, mind-eye coordination, keyboarding and telephoning. Frequent repetitive motions with wrists, hands, fingers. Frequent physical management of students.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Regular, reliable attendance. Experience with behavior management. Ability to use a computer for word processing and data entry. Ability to maintain confidential information. Regular contact with students with emotional, cognitive and/or conduct-related disorders. Due to the nature of position and of the behavior program and of the students assigned, required the ability to work in a stressful environment. Position will work with both RISE and Tier II behaviors. Team member will work collaboratively with special education case managers, Board Certified Behavior Analysists (BCBAs) and administration to implement behavior plans, manage behavior episodes, and track data and progress. Position will also assist with building-wide Tier II systems of check-in/check-out which helps students set goals, teach targeted strategies, monitor and reward progress. Position requires ability to be firm and flexible, with outstanding communication skills. Experience with behavior programming preferred.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & DUTIES
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Work collaboratively with building staff to create and sustain positive learning environments for all students
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Support students to manage behavior by implementing supportive strategies and individualized support plans in alternative learning settings to control behavior.
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Documents student progress on behavior and achievement goals.
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Conducts observations and collects classroom teacher documentation needed for referral and reintegration procedures.
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Provides teachers and parents with progress reports, as directed by the case manager.
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Effectively organizes and manages paperwork and other documentation as directed by the teacher or case manager.
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Participates in the implementation and revision of student behavior programs under the direction of the Behavior Specialist or teacher/case manager.
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Supervises student activities, when needed.
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Help establish home-school communication concerning the behaviors under the direction of the Behavior Specialist or teacher/case manager
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Participates in professional development as required and when requested by the District.
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Assists with implementing behavior intervention strategies outlined in the behavior intervention plan and/or within the school district supported techniques to establish and maintain appropriate behaviors as determined by the problem-solving team.
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Facilitates student progress toward social, emotional, behavioral, and/or adaptive goals.
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Assist student in shaping behaviors through positive reinforcement, redirection, and other strategies.
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Models effective implementation of strategies and supports school staff with learning and applying those strategies
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Supports students during transitions.
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Participates in the gradual release of strategy and/or behavior intervention plan implementation to classroom staff under the direction of the Behavior Specialist or Board-Certified Behavior Analyst
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Performs other duties as assigned by supervisors.
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May be reassigned to building level behavior facilitator position.
View the complete job description here: Behavior Facilitator
PAY INFORMATION
Level KX, starting at $23.62 per hour - click HERE to view the salary schedule.
Pay Day: Last working day of each month.
HOURS & FTE
Monday through Friday, 7:45 am to 3:15 pm with a 30 minute unpaid lunch
.875 FTE, 35 hours per week, 9 months
CALENDAR
2026-2027 9 Month Specialist - High School Calendar
BENEFIT INFORMATION
Benefits (only for positions 20 hours per week or more)
CURRENT DISTRICT EMPLOYEES
All current District employees interested in applying must complete an application.
Post-Offer Criminal Background Check Required
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