Behavioral Support Director

About the Employer

Qualifications

• DESE Supervisor/Director Certification
• Master's degree in Education, Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or related field required
• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in school-based behavioral, SEL, or student support leadership
• Demonstrated expertise in MTSS, PBIS, SEL curriculum, restorative practices, and trauma-informed approaches
• Strong data analysis, coaching, facilitation, and systems-design skills
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage district-wide initiatives

Position Overview

The Director of MTSS for Behavioral & SEL Supports leads the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of a district-wide multi-tiered system of support (MTSS) for behavior, social-emotional learning (SEL), and student well-being.

Systems Leadership

• Supporting the design and implementation of a district-wide MTSS framework for behavioral and SEL supports.
• Establishing clear expectations for Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 supports across all schools.
• Aligning behavioral and SEL systems with special education, counseling, health services, ML, and academics.
• Assisting with the development of district policies, protocols, and guidance for SEL instruction, behavior intervention, restorative practices, and crisis response.

Data & Continuous Improvement

• Overseeing district-wide behavioral data systems, SEL assessments, and early warning indicators.
• Leading data reviews with school MTSS teams to identify trends, root causes, and intervention needs.
• Implementing systems for progress monitoring and evaluation of behavioral and SEL programs.
• Producing regular reports on climate, discipline, and intervention effectiveness.

School Support & Coaching

• Providing coaching to principals, assistant principals, MTSS teams, and student support staff.
• Supporting schools in implementing evidence-based SEL curricula, PBIS, restorative practices, and trauma-informed approaches.
• Offering consultation on Tier 2 and Tier 3 supports, including targeted groups and individualized plans.
• Collaborating with leadership teams to strengthen crisis response systems and re-entry procedures.
• Coordinating in collaboration with the Office of Curriculum & Instruction and Office of Student Support Services, district-wide professional development in SEL, de-escalation, restorative practices, trauma-sensitive schools, and functional behavior supports.
• Building administrator capacity to lead MTSS implementation with fidelity.

Collaboration & Family Engagement

• Coordinating with community mental health agencies, wraparound providers, and youth-serving organizations.
• Coordinating resources and workshops to support family engagement in SEL and behavioral supports.
• Partnering with the Family Resource Center, Health Services, and Student Support Services to ensure seamless, integrated support.

Compliance & Reporting

• Ensuring compliance with DESE requirements related to student behavior and social-emotional learning.
• Overseeing implementation of district policies and procedures.
• Coordinating execution of grants related to SEL, mental health, and behavioral initiatives.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in urban or high-needs school districts
• Background in crisis response, behavioral health, or clinical coordination
• Experience supervising student support staff or leading district-wide initiatives