Posting is for the 2026/2027 School Year

Job Title:

Behavioral Support Teacher

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Reports To:

Director of Support Services/Principal

Date:

April 2026

Purpose of Job:

Provide support to students by implementing positive behavioral support strategies in order to improve academic and behavioral outcomes.

Primary Job Duties/Responsibilities:  The following duties are normal for this job.  These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive.  Other duties may be required and assigned as needed.

General Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

Provide full, willing and helpful cooperation in carrying out all reasonable instructions or extra assignments which are given by the Director of Support Services and/or Behavior Support team before, during and after the school day
Provide instruction to the students in the areas assigned by the Director of Support Services.
Record accurately the number of students present and absent each day in the manner prescribed by the Board, Director of Schools, and Principal
Follow the Tennessee curriculum standards and local course of study, to follow rules and regulations of the state and policies of the local Board, and to follow administrative procedures at the school and system level
Maintain positive relationships with the home, parent(s) and the community
Keep parent(s) duly informed of the child’s progress (through a variety of methods) and hold conference with parents and appropriate others as necessary
Responsible for reporting any reasonable suspicions related to a child’s health or welfare as a result of abuse or neglect to the appropriate state/community agency, as well as the principal
Abide by the Tennessee Teacher Code of Ethics
Participate in appropriate and required staff development sessions at the school and/or system level
Work in cooperation with the behavior support department, school administrators, and alongside school teams.  Collaborate with the special education department as needed or required for individual student needs.
Demonstrate ability and willingness to work with students across school settings, including special education and general education classrooms
Assist individual students and small groups in developing academic, social, and behavior skills through the implementation of positive reinforcement systems
Help to build confidence, self-esteem, and emotional regulation in children through one-to-one and/or group interactions
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students and adults in order to improve the student’s overall behavioral functioning
Support and monitor assigned students during academic and nonacademic activities (e.g., lunch, transitions, special area classes, recess, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining a safe and positive learning environment
Consult with behavior support department through the behavior support process regarding service delivery and intervention implementation to at risk/qualifying students, as needed
Implement support strategies or behavioral interventions with fidelity as outlined in behavior support plans
Utilize calm down areas and sensory room as applicable to the student and strategies approved for implementation by the appropriate support team.
Assist in the analysis and interpretation of results of data collection in order to evaluate student performance and progress, the effectiveness of interventions, strategies and support, and contribute to future plans
Collaborate with the special education department to support behavior strategies and recommendations and attend IEP team meetings as requested for students assigned
Submit required documentation to behavior support coordinator for record keeping, review, and feedback
Attend all in-service and faculty meetings when directed to do so by the principal or Director of Schools
Maintain student confidentiality at all times
Plan, prepare, implement, assess instructional lessons that teach the standards and are appropriate for individual student needs
Maintain proper classroom and school order that supports student learning
Ensure that the use of the district’s resources (time, money, people) are used in the most strategic and effective way possible

Other Duties and Responsibilities

Project a positive image of the LSSD at all times and support district goals
Maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of district information
Support the effective delivery of a high quality of education for all students
Provide exceptional levels of professional support and service to staff and public
May operate a motor vehicle to conduct various work activities
Successful completion of Criminal Justice fingerprint/background process and drug screen
Appropriate Attendance Record
Dress neatly and appropriately, according to system staff dress code
Please note: this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.  Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.  Employees are expected to fulfill other duties as assigned.

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.

Valid professional license with appropriate certification.  Dual certification is preferred.
Documented experience (3-5 years) in successful implementation of multi-tiered strategies for supporting the needs of students, families and/or staff
Ability to deal with diverse backgrounds/knowledge/skills and dedicated to development of the whole child, families, community partnerships, open communication, and collaboration
Demonstrate skills in group dynamics, analyze issues, creatively problem solve, and create action plans
All teachers shall be licensed in accordance with state law and the regulations of the Tennessee Department of Education.  Such license shall be on file in the Director of School’s Office prior to beginning employment
It is the responsibility of the employee to secure a certificate and to maintain its validity.  When a teacher’s contract must be terminated because the teachers’ certificate has lapsed or otherwise becomes invalid, the Director of School shall immediately suspend the teacher without pay pending disposition of the matter.  The teacher shall be notified of the reason for the suspension and given an opportunity for a hearing before the Board
All teachers shall demonstrate competency based on the current job assignment and performance standards as outlined in the appropriate state model for local evaluation
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Director of Support Services, Principal or Director of Schools may find appropriate and acceptable

Abilities/Physical Requirements

Physical demand requirements may include lifting of students, positioning of students, assisting students with activities.

The Lebanon Special School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the school system may provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Job Requirements:
Citizenship, residency or work visa required