Brown Medicine·Portsmouth, New Hampshire
The Classroom Behavior Specialist assists the Special Education Teacher in implementing academic and social-emotional programming for students. They are responsible for collecting behavioral data, providing academic support, and ensuring student safety through approved physical management techniques.
EDUCATION: Baccalaureate Degree preferred with a major in education or related human service fields. Basic knowledge of data entry/management programs such as Excel. For those without this background upon hire, Excel training will be provided. Bradley Hospital Safety Care Certification: EXPERIENCE: Prior experience working with children is helpful. Performs independently within department policies and practices. Refers specific complex problems to supervisor where clarification of departmental policies and procedures may be required. Employees in this position work in a psychiatric setting under stressful conditions associated with care of psychiatrically impaired, aggressive, and sometimes, self-injurious students. Employees are expected to utilize de-escalation techniques taught by LSS to minimize need for physical intervention. They must have the ability to remain calm during a crisis situation as evidenced by the ability to make quick rational decisions and prioritize immediate student care needs to maintain a therapeutic environment and ensure safety. Employees in this position must also be able to participate in the physical management of students which can include, but is not limited to, awareness and demonstration of safe body positioning at all times, awareness and coordination to block and deflect possible aggression, and the ability to physically hold struggling students, using approved methods only, to maintain safety for extended periods of time. Specifically, such employees must be able to: lift up to fifty pounds; reach with their hands and arms; grasp and hold with their hands; bend/squat/kneel without limitation, and physically escort students who may become combative for short distances. Position requires occasional running for short distances, and frequent standing, walking, and sitting. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None. Pay Range: $19.03-$31.39 EEO Statement: Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.
A Baccalaureate degree in education or a related human service field is preferred. Candidates must be able to perform physical tasks such as lifting up to fifty pounds and participating in the physical management of students in a psychiatric setting.
Market context
In New Hampshire, Classroom Behavior Specialist roles are often tied to schools and programs serving students with behavioral or psychiatric needs, so demand is usually strongest where teams need consistent classroom support. These positions can be competitive because employers look for candidates who can stay calm in stressful settings, meet physical demands, and bring practical skills like basic Excel use. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, and if you apply, highlight any experience supporting students in structured or high-stress environments.