Behavior Support Specialist; BSS

POSITION TITLE: Behavior Support Specialist (BSS)

POSITION TYPE: Special Education Cooperatives/Behavior Crisis Intervention Assistant

DATE POSTED: 1/13/2026

LOCATION: Mid-State Education District

DATE AVAILABLE: As Soon As Possible

CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled

HOURS PER DAY: 7.0

SCHEDULE: 7:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, following the assigned school calendar

ANTICIPATED

START DATE:

As Soon As Possible

CONTRACT LENGTH: 2025-26 school year, continuing contract

SALARY: $20.09 - $21.82 depending on experience

The Behavior Support Specialist works under the supervision of a Special Education Teacher/Qualified Mental Health Professional/Behavior Interventionist/Social Worker to assist students experiencing dis-regulation (actions/behavior/language). The BSS works as part of the WIN team to achieve the program's vision and mission of helping every student be successful. The BSS works with a varying number of students in a one on one situation as well as a group/classroom setting.

The BSS also works with the special education teacher, mental health staffand other staff when appropriate.

• Previous experience in Correctional Facility or Juvenile Detention Center preferred.
• Paraprofessional Certification, AA degree or 2 year of college, or a 4 year college degree.

• Communicate and work cooperatively with colleagues to provide appropriate intervention and programming for students and maintain a positive work environment for all.
• Implement positive behavior interventions and supports to support student progress, reinforcing positive behaviors, utilizing dis-regulation techniques, and redirecting inappropriate behaviors. May be required to use restrictive procedures.
• Support the development and implementation of individualized education plans in accordance with district practice and state and federal requirements.
• Comply with Governing Board policies and administrative practices, including those procedures outlined in the staff and student handbooks.
• Help to maintain safety of all students and the environment.
• Utilize data to inform programming decisions and planning for student success.
• Use flexible thinking and adaptability to address student needs and respond calmly during crisis situations.

• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication with staff, students, and parents that is maintained during high-stress and crisis situations.
• Basic computer and email skills.
• Ability to be Certified in Life Space Crisis Intervention (LSCI).
• Ability to be Certified Handle With Care Trainer.

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and up to adult‑size body weight with two‑to‑three‑person lift.
• Ability to support a student's full body weight up to adult size.
• Frequently requires standing, walking, lifting, bending, leaning, and repetitive motions.
• Occasionally requires sitting, stooping, kneeling, and crouching.
• Ability to tolerate sudden jarring movement.
• Work occasionally requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions and exposure to blood‑borne pathogens and may require wearing of personal protective equipment.
• Locations are generally moderately noisy.

Interested applicants MUST complete an application within the Frontline Application Portal, which can be found via the job post on the Mid‑State Education District Website:(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). For questions about the position or application process, please contact us at (320) 631‑2500.

Mid‑State Education District complies with all state and federal rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender or disability. This holds true for all district employment and opportunities.