Behavior Academic Lead

About Us

Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI), a division of FullBloom, provides specialized education programming for K-12 students who require additional educational and positive behavioral supports to overcome challenges that impede success in a traditional school setting. We believe that all children deserve an education that goes beyond academics and enables them to realize their full potential and grow into responsible, self-sufficient adults. SESI operates over 50 AdvancED/Cognia accredited Special Education schools and 80+ in-district classrooms nationwide. Our certified teachers and staff provide individualized academic and behavioral interventions with an innovative learning approach, personalized attention, and all the necessary support services students need to overcome barriers to education. Our purpose drives our performance and we are looking for individuals who want to make an impact.

The Opportunity

The Behavior Academic Lead Teacher will be responsible for providing academic, emotional, and physical services for students who require additional support to thrive in school. They will diagnose learning skill deficits, deliver high quality instruction and curriculum as provided by SESI, and collaborate with both school personnel and families to provide services to students. Every child deserves to reach their full potential and we’re looking to hire an exceptional teacher who will play an essential role in fueling student success.

You Are

Someone who is passionate about serving students with special needs so that they can perform at their highest level and realize productive, fulfilling futures. You believe that ALL children can learn and have the desire to make a positive impact in the lives of students. You excel at building relationships, collaborating with a team, and persevering through difficult challenges. You have a sense of optimism, a willingness to learn and grow, and a commitment to improving outcomes for students.

The Responsibilities

• Teach the knowledge and skills, nurture the confidence and character, and meet the needs of all students by utilizing SESI instructional models, strategies, and curriculum
• Develop and maintain individualized skill-appropriate lesson plans.
• Utilize school’s behavior management and intervention strategies including but not limited to de-escalation techniques, crisis management, and physical restraint when necessary to maintain the safety of students and staff
• Establish and maintain student forms and files as required by SESI, local, state, and/or federal agencies including but not limited to
  • Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)
  • Behavior Intervention Plans
  • Incident Reports
  • High Risk Evaluation Forms
• Drive, record, and track student growth and progress towards academic, social, and emotional goals
• Supervise students and ensure they are always monitored, including to and from appropriate locations within the school
• Attend and document conferences, meetings, and trainings with supervisors
• Maintain a clean and safe academic learning environment for all students
• Light lifting, walking, and/or climbing stairs may be required
• Other duties may be assigned

The Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution of higher learning required
• Valid special education teaching credential appropriate to the role (strong preference but not required)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office preferred
• Experience with behavior management highly preferred
• Experience in an academic setting preferred
• Teaching experience preferred but not required

The Perks

• Compensation commensurate with experience
• Tuition reimbursement
• Continued instructional coaching and leadership support

Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI), a division of FullBloom, is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation/gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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