Behavior Support Coach
HeartShare is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Behavior Support Coach to join our special education team. In this role, you will work with students ages 5-21 to support their behavioral development in a nurturing environment. You will have the opportunity to assess, plan and implement individualized behavior strategies, collaborating with families, teacher and a multidisciplinary team to help students achieve their educational and developmental goals,
If you are passionate about empowering young learners to overcome challenges, build positive behaviors, and thrive in their early education journey, we invite you to join our team and make a meaningful impact on their lives.
Essential Functions and Primary Responsibilities of Position:
- Support classroom modifications and behavior management strategies
- Train ABA staff in assessments, DTT, NET, and data collection
- Assist in developing and reviewing ABA programs and behavior plans
- Coach staff on implementing Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)
- Conduct behavior observations and data collection (ABC, frequency, duration)
- Create classroom materials (visual aids, token boards, PECS, etc.)
- Provide consultation and crisis support; respond to emergency interventions
- Cover classrooms when teacher aides are absent
- Attend IEP meetings, parent conferences, and team meetings
- Ensure compliance with CPSE and agency policies
- Collaborate with BCBA, behavior staff, and leadership
- Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments and analyze data
- Develop and adjust individualized BIPs based on observations
- Implement and reinforce behavior strategies in individual and group settings
- Support students and staff during behavioral interventions
- Train and coach families and staff on consistent behavior strategies
- Document behavior progress, complete reports, and maintain records
- Master agency software systems and tools
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned, consistent with the scope, responsibilities, and level of the position, and in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and organizational policies.