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Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools

Behavior Support Technician/ (25-26)

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245

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Behavior Support Technician (25-26) Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools

Salary/Status Hourly NC 09/Full-time, 10 months

Reports To Principal or Executive Director of Exceptional Children

Place of Work The normal place of work is on the premises used by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Charlotte‑Mecklenburg Schools reserves the right to require you to work at such other place(s) as it may reasonably require from time to time.

General Definition of Work The behavior support technician (BST), under general supervision, performs support work with minimal decision‑making discretion promoting the safety, well‑being, and educational access of students by supporting school staff during crisis situations related to student behavior and mental health issues. The position will conduct functional behavior assessments, collaborate with staff to develop and implement behavior intervention plans, and implement crisis prevention and intervention strategies as needed for students with disabilities. The employee performs school‑based work to carry out Board of Education policies under the direction of the assigned supervisor.

Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions

Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures

Enforce administration policies and rules governing students; ensure students understand the student code of conduct

Supervise students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, school yards, and gymnasiums, or on field trips

Provide one‑on‑one support to students in crisis situations using Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI) strategies as needed for students with disabilities

Use CPI strategies to assist students in modifying behaviors with an emphasis on appropriate consequences and encouraging personal responsibility

Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and collaborate with staff when developing and implementing Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)

Monitor and provide feedback to staff on implementation of BIPs

Collaborate with staff during individual student crisis situations

Collect, analyze, and assess data related to student behavior

Participate in the daily bus, car and van transportation duties involving student arrival and departure to and from schools

Support initiatives to foster a positive school climate

Participate in professional development and other meetings

Perform related duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Knowledge and understanding of the principles, practices, and procedures of public school system policies

Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations and laws pertaining to exceptional children and working with students in a mental health/behavior crisis

Knowledge of conducting FBA, using CPI strategies, and developing BIPs

Ability to diffuse differences through conflict resolution

Ability to learn and use specialized tools, equipment or software related to business needs

Ability to implement local, state, and federal rules, guidelines, and procedures into daily business operations

Ability to communicate effectively

Ability to reason, make judgments, and maintain effective working relationships

Ability to employ positive communication skills in all settings/mediums

Ability to problem‑solve utilizing sound judgment

Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding school system business

Ability to take initiative, work independently, and exercise sound judgement

Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a deadline‑driven, rapidly changing team environment

Education And Experience

High school diploma or equivalent required

CPI training required

Minimum of three (3) years of experience working with student behavior required

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Seniority level Mid‑Senior level

Employment type Full‑time

Job function Information Technology

Industries Primary and Secondary Education, Education Administration Programs, and Government Administration

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