Lucia Mar Unified
Behavior Specialist, Student Services 2026-2027
Lucia Mar Unified, Arroyo Grande, California, us, 93421
Behavior Specialist
Position Type:
Teacher/Behavior Specialist
Date Posted:
12/19/2025
Location:
Student Services
Date Available:
08/10/2026
California PPS:
School Psychology credential or a Special Education credential with an authorization to teach Mild/Moderate or Moderate/Severe setting.
Added Autism Authorization:
For the Autism Authorization embedded in the Special Education credential.
All interested outside applicants may complete an online application via Frontline and include a letter of interest, resume, three (3) current, signed letters of recommendation, and verification of valid credentials/certifications. https://www.applitrack.com/LMUSD/onlineapp/
All interested current temporary and probationary-zero LMUSD contracted employees may apply as an internal candidate via Frontline
All permanent certificated contracted employees may submit a Transfer Request Form 2026-2027
Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Director, Special Education or designee. Organize and direct activities involved in the development and implementation of behavior intervention programs for individual students and classroom programs according to evidence-based methodologies and procedures for students age 3-22.
Coordinate communication and information to meet student needs and train and coach Special Education Paraprofessionals as assigned.
Provide training and collaboration for certificated staff and conduct Functional Behavior Assessments as required.
Develop and implement professional development sessions related to behavior intervention, methodologies, proactive strategies and reactive procedures.
Attend Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings and assist in the development and implementation of IEP goals and behavior intervention plans.
Stay current on methodologies, research and curriculum related to social/emotional and behavioral instruction.
Maintain skills and stay current on technology tools related to student instruction.
Maximize opportunities for student success by creating positive mentoring and working relationships with students and colleagues.
Develop, implement, and revise behavior programs for identified students in accordance with best practice methodologies and procedures; provide ongoing monitoring and instruction.
Collaborate with staff, administrators, families and outside agencies to assure efficient behavior program implementation; attend team meetings for behavior program oversight; record and distribute meeting notes.
Communicate to students, staff and parents what instruction will be necessary to build skills and access their education.
Maintain appropriate records, prepare progress reports and meet deadlines as required.
Maintain positive staff relations and work closely with the site principal to collaboratively lead the site through shared decision‑making.
Promote a positive image of public education and engage with community and business partners as a resource in curriculum development and student projects.
Develop data collection systems, monitor data collection, provide programmatic recommendations based upon results.
Attend and participate in required in‑service activities and maintain consistent attendance.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Credential: California Pupil Personnel Services (School Psychology) credential or a Special Education credential with an authorization to teach a Mild/Moderate or Moderate/Severe setting.
Added Autism Authorization.
Education: A Bachelor’s Degree.
Experience: Minimum of three years of successful experience working with children with disabilities.
Knowledge of organization and direction of activities involved in the development and implementation of positive behavior methodologies.
Knowledge of local, state, and federal standards and requirements governing behavior management for children with autism and other behavior disabilities.
Knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis, Discrete Trial Training, and other applicable research‑based methodologies.
Personal Qualities: Resourceful, innovative, helpful, diligent, persistent, and a willingness to work with colleagues and students.
First Aid and CPR Certifications within one year of employment (additional).
Minimum of three years of successful special education teaching experience or as a school psychologist (preferred).
Physical and Mental Requirements
Physical: stand and sit for extended periods, see and read printed matter, hear and understand speech at normal levels, speak English at normal levels, stand, walk, stoop, twist, bend over, grasp, reach overhead, push, pull, move and lift/carry 25 pounds to waist height, occasionally up to 40 pounds.
Mental: concentrate on a single task for up to two hours at a time, learn quickly and adapt to a variety of technology, machinery, instructions, and task methods, meet deadlines in work assignment schedules.
Social: interact daily in person with school staff, maintain comfortable interpersonal skills and cooperative attitudes, convey understanding and patience towards students, parents, staff, and community; maintain privacy of confidential information.
EEO Statement In accordance with state and federal law, the Lucia Mar Unified School District is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination, intimidation, harassment, and bullying based on race, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, immigration status, ethnicity, age, religion, pregnancy, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, genetic information, or association with protected classes.
Application Instructions Application deadline: Open Until Filled.
All interested outside applicants may complete an online application via Frontline and include a letter of interest, resume, three (3) current, signed letters of recommendation, and verification of valid credentials/certifications. https://www.applitrack.com/LMUSD/onlineapp/
All interested current temporary and probationary-zero LMUSD contracted employees may apply as an internal candidate via Frontline.
All permanent certificated contracted employees may submit a Transfer Request Form 2026-2027.
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Teacher/Behavior Specialist
Date Posted:
12/19/2025
Location:
Student Services
Date Available:
08/10/2026
California PPS:
School Psychology credential or a Special Education credential with an authorization to teach Mild/Moderate or Moderate/Severe setting.
Added Autism Authorization:
For the Autism Authorization embedded in the Special Education credential.
All interested outside applicants may complete an online application via Frontline and include a letter of interest, resume, three (3) current, signed letters of recommendation, and verification of valid credentials/certifications. https://www.applitrack.com/LMUSD/onlineapp/
All interested current temporary and probationary-zero LMUSD contracted employees may apply as an internal candidate via Frontline
All permanent certificated contracted employees may submit a Transfer Request Form 2026-2027
Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Director, Special Education or designee. Organize and direct activities involved in the development and implementation of behavior intervention programs for individual students and classroom programs according to evidence-based methodologies and procedures for students age 3-22.
Coordinate communication and information to meet student needs and train and coach Special Education Paraprofessionals as assigned.
Provide training and collaboration for certificated staff and conduct Functional Behavior Assessments as required.
Develop and implement professional development sessions related to behavior intervention, methodologies, proactive strategies and reactive procedures.
Attend Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings and assist in the development and implementation of IEP goals and behavior intervention plans.
Stay current on methodologies, research and curriculum related to social/emotional and behavioral instruction.
Maintain skills and stay current on technology tools related to student instruction.
Maximize opportunities for student success by creating positive mentoring and working relationships with students and colleagues.
Develop, implement, and revise behavior programs for identified students in accordance with best practice methodologies and procedures; provide ongoing monitoring and instruction.
Collaborate with staff, administrators, families and outside agencies to assure efficient behavior program implementation; attend team meetings for behavior program oversight; record and distribute meeting notes.
Communicate to students, staff and parents what instruction will be necessary to build skills and access their education.
Maintain appropriate records, prepare progress reports and meet deadlines as required.
Maintain positive staff relations and work closely with the site principal to collaboratively lead the site through shared decision‑making.
Promote a positive image of public education and engage with community and business partners as a resource in curriculum development and student projects.
Develop data collection systems, monitor data collection, provide programmatic recommendations based upon results.
Attend and participate in required in‑service activities and maintain consistent attendance.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Credential: California Pupil Personnel Services (School Psychology) credential or a Special Education credential with an authorization to teach a Mild/Moderate or Moderate/Severe setting.
Added Autism Authorization.
Education: A Bachelor’s Degree.
Experience: Minimum of three years of successful experience working with children with disabilities.
Knowledge of organization and direction of activities involved in the development and implementation of positive behavior methodologies.
Knowledge of local, state, and federal standards and requirements governing behavior management for children with autism and other behavior disabilities.
Knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis, Discrete Trial Training, and other applicable research‑based methodologies.
Personal Qualities: Resourceful, innovative, helpful, diligent, persistent, and a willingness to work with colleagues and students.
First Aid and CPR Certifications within one year of employment (additional).
Minimum of three years of successful special education teaching experience or as a school psychologist (preferred).
Physical and Mental Requirements
Physical: stand and sit for extended periods, see and read printed matter, hear and understand speech at normal levels, speak English at normal levels, stand, walk, stoop, twist, bend over, grasp, reach overhead, push, pull, move and lift/carry 25 pounds to waist height, occasionally up to 40 pounds.
Mental: concentrate on a single task for up to two hours at a time, learn quickly and adapt to a variety of technology, machinery, instructions, and task methods, meet deadlines in work assignment schedules.
Social: interact daily in person with school staff, maintain comfortable interpersonal skills and cooperative attitudes, convey understanding and patience towards students, parents, staff, and community; maintain privacy of confidential information.
EEO Statement In accordance with state and federal law, the Lucia Mar Unified School District is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination, intimidation, harassment, and bullying based on race, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, immigration status, ethnicity, age, religion, pregnancy, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, genetic information, or association with protected classes.
Application Instructions Application deadline: Open Until Filled.
All interested outside applicants may complete an online application via Frontline and include a letter of interest, resume, three (3) current, signed letters of recommendation, and verification of valid credentials/certifications. https://www.applitrack.com/LMUSD/onlineapp/
All interested current temporary and probationary-zero LMUSD contracted employees may apply as an internal candidate via Frontline.
All permanent certificated contracted employees may submit a Transfer Request Form 2026-2027.
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