J.P. Ryon Elementary School.Behavior Specialist.1140

Charles County Public Schools 
Behavior Support Specialist 

Terms of Employment: 11-Month Position 

FLSA Status: Exempt 

AFSCME Salary Scale: Unit IV –  UB2  Grade 22  Technical and Supervisory Staff 

Supervision Received: Reports to the Director of Special Education or Designee 

Position Summary 

Charles County Public Schools is seeking a highly qualified Special Education Behavior Specialist to provide district-wide behavioral consultation, technical assistance, and implementation support across special education programs. The incumbent serves as a behavioral resource to schools by supporting the development, implementation, and monitoring of evidence-based behavioral interventions and positive behavioral support systems for students with disabilities. 
 
Under the direction of the Director of Special Education or designee, the Special Education Behavior Specialist conducts Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs), assists with the development and monitoring of Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), supports implementation fidelity, and collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to improve behavioral and instructional outcomes for students. 
 
The position provides coaching, training, and technical guidance to school-based staff and behavioral support personnel while promoting safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environments aligned to district expectations and special education compliance requirements. 

Education and Work Experience 

Required: 

• Master’s degree from an accredited institution in Applied Behavior Analysis, Special Education, Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or related field 

• Current certification as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) 

• Minimum of three (3) years of successful experience working with students with disabilities and behavioral needs 

• Experience conducting Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and developing Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)