NEWAI Interview PracticeLearn more
k12.careersk12.careers
Use casesHighlightsExploreBlogAbout
Sign inSearch Jobs
k12.careers

k12.careers offers free resume tools for educators and school staff alongside K-12 job listings.

Explore

StatesTop Hiring CitiesFor EmployersFor CandidatesApply to JobsSalary GuidesHiring CalendarBlog

Top Hiring Cities

View all

Los Angeles

California

706 live openings

Chicago

Illinois

637 live openings

Philadelphia

Pennsylvania

542 live openings

Houston

Texas

451 live openings

San Antonio

Texas

384 live openings

Nashville

Tennessee

382 live openings

Boston

Massachusetts

352 live openings

Washington

District of Columbia

341 live openings

Legal

AboutContactEditorial PolicyPrivacy PolicyTerms & Conditions

k12.careers helps educators discover verified school and district opportunities. Confirm compensation, credentials, and deadlines on the official hiring site before applying.

© 2026 k12.careers. All rights reserved.Listings are aggregated from official district and public employer hiring pages.
  1. Home/
  2. Jobs/
  3. Behavior Coach
UCP of Central Florida logo

Behavior Coach

UCP of Central Florida·Orlando, Florida

$17 - $20/hr·Other·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 6 days ago
Practice for this role

About the role

The Behavior Coach implements and monitors behavior intervention plans and collects data to track student progress. They provide training and modeling for classroom staff while managing crisis situations using de-escalation procedures.

Job DetailsJob Location

  • UCP
  • Bailes
  • Early
  • Childhood
  • Academy -
  • Orlando,
  • FL 32826Salary
  • Range: $17.00 - $20.00 HourlyLooking to make a difference in an innovative and dynamic non-profit agency? UCP of Central Florida unlocks the potential of thousands of children each year at our campuses, pediatric therapy clinics and parent support programs.
  • Job
  • Summary: Behavior Coaches maintain a behavior intervention schedule, collect behavior data, provide modeling of interventions to classroom staff, and implement appropriate de-escalation interventions.
  • Job
  • Responsibilities: Give guidance and advice for Tier 1 classroom/school wide interventions. Provide behavior related training/professional development for staff as identified/requested using behavior team materials to promote consistency. Maintain behavior intervention schedule - Tier1 and Tier2 consultations, modeling, and guidance for classroom staff, Tier 3 intensive interventions. Provide training and modeling for classroom staff to implement behavior interventions for students on MTSS Tier 2. Provide strategies, advice, and modeling for classroom staff with students in small social skills groups in MTSS Tier 2. Provide resources for classroom staff and/or student in MTSS Tier 2 (i.e., token boards, behavior contracts, First/Then cards, incentives, reinforcers) Provide data sheets and instruction for classroom staff to collect data on students in MTSS Tier 2. Gather classroom staff collected data on students in MTSS Tier 2. Graph classroom staff collected target behavior data on students in MTSS Tier Identify the need for Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), assist in providing information to write BIPS Implement weekly social skills lessons for students in MTSS Tier 3. Implement daily/weekly instruction and reinforcement for replacement behavior interventions for students in MTSS Tier 3. Record data for social skills, target BIP behaviors, and replacement behaviors daily for students in MTSS Tier 3. Graph target BIP behavior, replacement behavior, and social skills data, weekly for students in MTSS Tier 3. Report graphs/progress with specialists and teachers to develop an appropriate strategy/plan for students in MTSS Tier 3. Provide training and modeling for classroom staff to implement behavior interventions for students on MTSS Tier 3. Crisis Behavior - Implement appropriate de-escalation or CPI procedures for C-TEAM classroom calls C-TEAM calls include Continuous/repetitive aggression Continuous/repetitive self-injurious behavior Continuous/repetitive property destruction Elopement out of classroom, out of school, off property Report student or employee injuries, and/or physical restraints used during Crisis call, immediately. Assist with morning and afternoon car line - building rapport with caregivers and reducing transition problem behavior What UCP Offers Our mission at UCP is to empower children with and without disabilities to achieve their potential by providing individualized support, education and therapy services in an inclusive environment. When you join UCP of Central Florida you partner with a team that is making a positive impact on the futures of our children. For over 70 years, we have been dedicated to enriching the lives of children of all abilities across
  • Central
  • Florida as 8 campuses: Downtown Orlando, East Orlando (near UCF), Kissimmee, Pine Hills, Lake Mary, and Winter Garden. UCP of Central Florida offers a competitive benefit package available to all employees!
  • Some perks to being a
  • UCP
  • Team
  • Member include: health insurance (free option after the first year), dental insurance options, free life insurance, paid time off, discounted on-site childcare, 403B/Retirement match, short & long term disability, and support in continuing your education.QualificationsEducation and
  • Training: (or equivalent) Associate degree (preferred) or equivalent college credits with additional work experience. High School Diploma with additional experience/behavior management training in lieu of degree.
  • Minimum
  • Experience: 3 Years’ experience supporting students’ behavior and social-emotional needs in a K-5th grade classroom. Demonstrated success in collecting behavior data and implementing individualized behavior plans. Experience and success in working as a collaborative team. Experience with crisis intervention and management; ability to complete and maintain ‘Blue Card’ CPI. Equivalent education or certification can be considered in lieu of experience. Experience supporting/implementing PBIS or other school-wide programs.

Requirements

Requires at least 3 years of experience supporting K-5 students' behavioral needs and success in implementing individualized behavior plans. An associate degree is preferred, though a high school diploma with relevant experience and training is acceptable.

  • high school
  • associate degree
  • Crisis Intervention
  • De-escalation
  • Classroom Management
  • Data Collection
  • CPI Certification
  • Behavior Intervention
  • Behavioral Modeling
  • PBIS
  • Collaborative Teamwork
  • MTSS
  • BIP Development
  • Social Skills Instruction

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Health Insurance
  • Short Term Disability
  • Long Term Disability
  • Education Support
  • Free Life Insurance
  • Discounted On-site Childcare
  • 403B/Retirement Match

Posting details

Employment type
Other
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$17 - $20/hr
Location
Orlando, Florida
Posted
Jul 11, 2026
Closes
Aug 8, 2026
Application
Employer website
UCP of Central Florida logo

Hiring organization

UCP of Central Florida

UCP of Central Florida is dedicated to providing children equal access to programs, services, and experiences that help them achieve their full potential. We are a nonprofit organization that operates Inclusive Charter Schools, Multidisciplinary Therapy Clinics, Specialized...

Salary listed on 54 jobs
IndustryNon-profit Organizations
TypeNonprofit
Size501-1,000 employees
Explore employer profile

Stay updated

Get alerts for similar jobs

Be the first to know when more UCP of Central Florida roles in Orlando, Florida get posted.

Market context

Behavior coach roles remain steady in Florida

Behavior Coach openings in Florida are often tied to K-5 student support needs, especially in schools using individualized behavior plans and classroom interventions. These roles can be competitive because employers often look for direct experience with young students, consistency in behavior support, and the ability to work with teachers and families. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your experience with behavior plans and prepare one example of measurable student support.

More openings at UCP of Central Florida

Teacher - 6th/12th - ELA

23 hours ago•$49,000 - $51,000/yr

Paraprofessional - MS/HS

6 days ago•$16 - $18/hr

Lead Behavior Coach

7 days ago•$19 - $21/hr
View all employer openings