ANNOUNCEMENT OF LICENSED VACANCY - No. 1022 June 19, 2009 LEEP Behavior Support Specialist Special Education 8 hours per day / 5 days per week / 190 day position GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF THE POSITION: The Behavior Support Specialist provides behavior support services for students who attend the ESD=s LEEP program. The Specialist assists educators to use and implement evidence based behavior support and intervention strategies for students experiencing challenging behavior. The Specialist provides professional development activities for staff in behavior techniques using the ESD selected prevention and crisis response system. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Current Oregon Teaching License with appropriate special education endorsement and authorization Master’s degree specializing in education of students with moderate to profound disabilities Recent successful experience teaching students with developmental disabilities including mild to moderate retardation and autism Ability to acquire and maintain OIS certification as a trainer Demonstrated ability to design and provide staff development to educators utilizing effective instructional strategies for adult learners Knowledge about effective school based behavior supports for students with developmental disabilities including both prevention and intervention strategies Demonstrated ability to assess and analyze behavior using evidence based strategies to include functional behavior assessment and behavior support plans Demonstrated ability to implement individual behavior support plans including the collection and analysis of data to inform decisions Demonstrated ability to utilize collaborative consultation skills that identify and focus on meeting the needs of the student experiencing behavioral challenges Demonstrated ability to facilitate groups in meetings and workshop settings Knowledge and skills to provide culturally competent services Ability to acquire and maintain a valid first aid and CPR card Demonstrated ability to effectively engage in a variety of team based service delivery, planning, decision making, and problem solving Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team Demonstrated ability to compose and produce concise professional documents Written and oral communication skills sufficient to perform essential job functions Physical and mental attributes sufficient to perform essential functions APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: Letter of interest referencing vacancy number 1022 Resume Two written letters of recommendation Application Deadline: July 3, 2009 Commences: Fall 2009 Starting Salary: $35,091-$69,091 (2008-2009) Based upon education and experience Pre-Employment Drug Screen and Background Check Conducted EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER/DRUG FREE WORKPLACE APPLY TO: Clackamas ESD, Human Resources, 13455 SE 97th Ave, Clackamas, OR 97015 Fax: 503-675-4200 Email: hr@clackesd.k12.or.us Location: Clackamas Compensation: $35,091-$69,091 (2008-2009) Based upon education and experience Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster. Please, no phone calls about this job! Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests. oregon