Behavior and Engagement Specialist (Special Education)

**SUMMARY:** The Behavior and Engagement Specialist provides expert leadership across Marquette and Alger counties in the assessment, development, and evaluation of behavior intervention plans (BIPs) while delivering job-embedded professional development and instructional coaching. This role is designed to build educator capacity and promote student success through coaching cycles and model the integration of evidence-based behavioral interventions into students’ educational programs. **MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:** - Current Board Certification as a Behavior Analyst (BCBA) through Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB). - Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with a K-12 Special Education endorsement. - Demonstrated experience conducting functional behavior assessments (FBAs) and developing behavior intervention plans (BIPs) using principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). - Knowledge of evidence-based behavioral intervention strategies and positive behavior support practices. - Experience working collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams. - Strong oral and written communication. - Proficiency with data collection, data analysis, and progress monitoring related to behavioral goals. **PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:** - Master’s Degree in Special Education, Psychology, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA0, or a closely related field. - Minimum of three (3) years’ experience providing behavior analytic services within educational settings. - Experience supporting students with autism spectrum disorder, emotional impairments, and other complex needs. - Familiarity with educational programming and compliance for students with disabilities under IDEA. - Experience providing professional development and/or coaching to adult learners on positive behavior management strategies. - Knowledge of local school districts in Marquette and Alger counties. - Experience with crisis prevention and intervention strategies. **ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:** - Conduct functional behavioral assessments (FBAs) and other behavioral evaluations to inform instructional practices and behavioral interventions. - Develop individualized, evidence-based Behavioral Intervention Plans (BIPs) that support students’ educational and developmental needs. - Provide direct services as appropriate, including behavior reduction interventions and skill development programs. - Train, coach, and mentor teachers, paraprofessionals, and other school staff in the implementation of behavior strategies and interventions grounded in ABA principles. - Support fidelity of implementation for behavior plans, instructional methodologies, and data collection procedures. - Participate in IEP meetings and collaborate with educational teams in the development of student goals related to behavior and social-emotional functioning. - Analyze behavior data to monitor student progress, adjust interventions, and guide decision-making. - Collaborate with families and community partners to support generalization of skills across settings. - Maintain accurate records and documentation consistent with legal, ethical, and organizational requirements. - Provide professional development to district and RESA staff in areas of behavior management, de-escalation techniques, and positive behavior supports. - Serve as a consultant to local districts and programs regarding behavior support planning, crisis prevention, and system-wide interventions. - Provide oversight and ongoing training to Marquette-Alger RESA Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) at the local school district level. - Maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical guidelines set forth by the BACB and the Agency. - Attend required meetings, professional learning activities, and maintain confidentiality regarding student, staff, and district information. - Perform other duties as assigned. **SPECIAL CONDITIONS:** - Must keep the affairs of Marquette-Alger RESA and LEAs confidential at all times. - Must exercise discretion, profess…