Behavior Support Specialist

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05/25/2026
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Description

Position Type Full-Time, Monday through Friday


Salary Minimum starting salary of $19.09 per hour

Hours 7:00 - 2:20

Reports To Building Administrator
  



About Us

The Francis Howell School District (FHSD) is dedicated to creating a positive and effective learning environment. We are committed to attracting and retaining top professionals who are passionate about student success and well-being.
  



Job Summary

To provide behavioral support to students, implement and monitor behavior intervention plans, and offer guidance to staff to improve student behavior and social-emotional skills.
  



Key Responsibilities

  • Student Support:
    • Provide behavioral support and intervention for students.
    • Implement and monitor individualized behavior intervention plans.
    • Offer one-on-one or small group support for behavior issues.
    • Respond to and manage crisis situations involving students.

 

  • Teacher & Staff Coaching:
    • Coach teachers on behavior management strategies.
    • Train staff in behavior intervention techniques and safety practices.

 

  • Behavior Management:
    • Supervise students during transitions and daily activities.
    • Guide students in developing interpersonal skills and problem-solving strategies.
    • Maintain and track records of student behavior and progress.

 

  • Collaboration & Compliance:
    • Collaborate with behavior intervention teams and participate in Student of Concern (SOC) meetings.
    • Adhere to health, safety, and regulatory guidelines.
    • Manage reporting of child abuse and neglect cases.

 

  • Additional Duties:
    • Participate in workshops and meetings to stay updated on best practices.
    • Perform other related tasks as assigned.

 



Minimum Qualifications

  • Education: Relevant job-related education or 60 hours of college credit.

 

  • Experience: Job-related experience with increasing levels of responsibility is preferred.

 

  • Skills: Data tracking, behavior intervention, de-escalation techniques, and record-keeping.

 

  • Knowledge: Child development, behavior management, safety procedures, and relevant regulations.

 

  • Abilities: Manage multiple tasks, adapt to changing priorities, solve problems, and work with diverse individuals.

 



Benefits


FHSD offers a comprehensive employer-paid benefits package to eligible employees including:
 

  • Medical and dental plan options
  • Vision coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • District-paid basic life insurance ($75,000)
  • District-paid Short Term Disability
  • Paid holidays


Family coverage, long-term disability, and additional life insurance options are available at the employee's expense.



We look forward to receiving your application and potentially welcoming you to the FHSD!

Posted By

Francis Howell School District

4545 Central School Road , St. Charles, MO 63304
 

At the following locations

Francis Howell High School

7001 Highway 94 South , St. Charles, MO 63304