City of San Antonio

Behavioral Specialist

City of San Antonio$76K — $96K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Special Education, or related field
  • Three years of teaching experience in special education and/or early childhood
  • Valid Class 'C' Texas Driver's License
  • Valid teaching certificate with required endorsements for early childhood education

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with SEL team, teachers, and Directors to implement SEL instructional model
  • Provide professional development for high-quality SEL instructional practices
  • Act as a liaison to support individual student development goals
  • Develop interventions for a safe educational environment for students with challenging behaviors
  • Support and enhance operation compliance within the SEL program

Benefits

  • Subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees
  • Paid disability benefits and life insurance
  • Automatic participation in a pension program with a two-to-one match
Full Job Description
Salary: $76,525.80 - $96,422.56 Annually
Location : 1235 W OLD HIGHWAY 90, SAN ANTONIO, TX 78227, TX
Job Type: 4A Full-Time
Job Number:
Department: Pre-K 4 SA
Opening Date: 07/28/2026
Closing Date: 8/13/2026 11:59 PM Central
Grant Funded: No
FLSA Status: Exempt

Job Summary

Under general supervision, is responsible for working with the program's Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) team to implement a program-wide model for social and emotional learning to effect positive behavioral change in students; providing supportive interventions to families, staff and/or students; and complying with Federal, State, county and District policies, regulations and/or procedures. Exercises no supervision.

This position is funded by sales tax that has been approved by the citizens of San Antonio for a limited time period. This position, therefore, is subject to at-will employment status, is unclassified, and has no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission.

Work Location
Pre-K 4 SA West Center - 1235 W. Old Hwy. 90, San Antonio, Texas 78227

Work Schedule
7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.; Monday - Friday
Essential Job Functions

  • Work collaboratively with SEL (Social and Emotional Learning) team members, teachers, and educational center Directors to engage in program-wide implementation of a high-quality SEL instructional model.
  • Provide ongoing professional development that supports the school plan for high-quality SEL instructional practices and continuous improvement. Models SEL instructional model in a variety of settings, to include conducting small-group and large-group activities and interacting with children at eye-level.
  • Acts as liaison with the public and community for the purpose of supporting individual student development goals and connecting families to resources within the community.
  • Supports programs and services within the SEL school model for the purpose of improved functioning and ensuring program eligibility and compliance with established guidelines.
  • Assists in developing and providing interventions for the purpose of providing a safe and effective educational environment for students with challenging behaviors.
  • Provides hands-on support to children with various developmental needs for at least half of the workday.
  • Assists in developing procedures and training materials for teaching staff for the purpose of enhancing the SEL program model for students and ensuring that program operations are in compliance with established guidelines.
  • Conducts workshops, training, in-service presentations, etc. in classroom management techniques and other topics. Establishes effective and nurturing relationships with students and families.
  • Assists with the planning and delivery of parent workshops and informational sessions.
  • Conduct or participate in workshops, committees, and conferences designed to promote the intellectual, social, and physical welfare of students.
  • Participate in parent conferences, when appropriate, and provide instructional suggestions to parents, as needed.
  • Participates in a variety of professional development trainings to further develop professional skills and to stay current with research and practice.
  • Maintains accurate records and documentation.
  • In the case of an emergency situation, may be required to lift and carry students weighing up to 50 pounds to move students during dangerous situations.
  • Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Special Education, and/or related field from an accredited college or university.
  • Three (3) years of teaching experience in a special education and/or early childhood classroom in an accredited program.
  • Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License.
  • Valid teaching certificate with required endorsements to teach early childhood education from any State's Educator Certification Department and the ability to obtain certification in Texas.
Applicant Information
  • Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.
  • Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.
  • Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
  • If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications, and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Knowledge of principles and methodologies of effective social and emotional learning practices.
  • Knowledge of special education for young children.
  • Knowledge of standard program evaluation methods and report writing procedures.
  • Skill in utilizing a personal computer and utilizing associated software.
  • Skill in organizing, planning and prioritizing work.
  • Ability to interpret and apply Federal, State, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
  • Ability to deliver and articulate presentations and communication and interact effectively with staff, parents, students and the community.
  • Ability to maintain familiarity with current trends for own professional growth by seeking continuing education and in-service training programs.
  • Ability to analyze information and evaluate results to choose best solution and solve problems.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships both internally and externally.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality of information.
  • Ability to perform all the essential functions of the position, with or without accommodations.
  • Working conditions are in a classroom environment. Special education specialists may be required to lift and position students with physical disabilities; control behavior through physical restraint; and assist non-ambulatory students.

Benefits Information
The City of San Antonio (CoSA) strives to provide a competitive compensation and benefit package to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce. To accomplish this, CoSA offers subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees, paid disability benefits, paid life insurance, as well as automatic participation in a pension program which is currently matched two to one.

For more detailed information, please click on the following link to view Benefits offered by the City of San Antonio:

Note:
  • Part-Time, Temporary, and non-City positions are not eligible for CoSA Benefits.
  • Holiday and Leave benefits for Pre-K 4 SA positions may be different than what is listed at the above link.

About City of San Antonio

The City of San Antonio is the seventh most populous city in the United States and the second most populous city in Texas, with a population of 1,547,253. It is the seat of Bexar County and includes portions of the surrounding counties. San Antonio is the center of the San Antonio–New Braunfels metropolitan statistical area. Commonly referred to as Greater San Antonio, the metropolitan area has a population of over 2.5 million based on the 2019 U.S. census estimate, making it the 24th-largest metropolitan area in the United States and third-largest in Texas. San Antonio was founded in 1718 as a Spanish colonial mission and fortress. It became the first chartered civil settlement in present-day Texas in 1731. The city is home to five Fortune 500 companies and the South Texas Medical Center, the only medical research and care provider in the South Texas region.
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