Position Title

Exceptional Education Specialist

Required Application Type

Teacher / Admin

Salary/Pay Scale

per Coordinators' contract

Job Description

The Exceptional Education Specialist is a member of the Coordinator’s unit and works under the supervision of the Director of Exceptional & Alternative Education. This role supports regulatory compliance across all CiTi programs and provides guidance to Teaching Assistants, Teachers, Counselors/Behavior Specialists, and administrators in the development and implementation of Multi-Tiered Systems of Supports (MTSS), Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs), Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), social-emotional learning (SEL), and crisis intervention practices.

The ideal candidate will have experience providing professional development and possess strong interpersonal, coaching, and communication skills.

Salary commensurate with experience.

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Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide coaching and guidance in conducting Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) to identify the root causes of student behavior
• Support the development, implementation, and monitoring of Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) aligned with student needs and IEP goals
• Assist in the collection, analysis, and interpretation of behavioral data to inform decision-making
• Guide staff in adjusting interventions based on data trends and student response
• Support the implementation of evidence-based behavior support strategies across settings
• Strengthen Multi-Tiered Systems of Supports (MTSS), including Tier 2 and Tier 3 interventions
• Support the development and implementation of mental health support systems within programs
• Provide guidance and professional development on social-emotional learning (SEL) curriculum implementation and integration into daily practice
• Deliver job-embedded support through:
  • Classroom and program-based coaching
  • Embedded professional development opportunities

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Program and Department Support

• Collaborate with the Director on special projects and organizational priorities
• Promote consistency and fidelity of practices across all CiTi programs

Location: Multiple Locations
Start Date: 09/01/2026
Application Deadline: 07/31/2026
 

Job Qualifications

 

Required NYS Certification (one of the following):

• School Psychologist
• School Counselor
• School Social Worker
• Special Education Teacher
• NYS School District Leader Certification preferred

 

Skills and Experience:

• Strong collaboration, coaching, and communication skills
• Experience providing professional development preferred

 

Demonstrated Knowledge of:

• Special education regulations and compliance
• Multi-Tiered Systems of Supports (MTSS)
• Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)
• Crisis intervention strategies

Job Category

Instructional

Job Location

Multiple Locations

Additional Information