Early Childhood and Elementary Behavior and Inclusion Specialist

Job overview

The Early Childhood and Elementary Behavior and Inclusion Specialist role is onsite in Nashville, TN, with pay of $25–$30 per hour. A New Leaf School describes its mission as bringing education back to Earth and says it uses a Reggio-inspired approach. The specialist works alongside teachers, children, and families to support an inclusive learning community and students' social-emotional goals. The role contributes by helping educators adapt learning environments and projects, supporting positive behavior and regulation, and coordinating strategies with families and outside specialists.

What you'll do

• Coach teachers in indoor and outdoor learning environments
• partner with educators on sensory and environmental design
• integrate accommodations, visual tools, and self-regulation supports into projects
• conduct observational assessments and develop Positive Behavior Support Plans
• support students with autism spectrum profiles and sensory processing differences using visual schedules, de-escalation, and communication supports
• provide calm support during heightened emotional moments
• build family relationships and liaise with outside specialists.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

behavior and inclusion specialist

early childhood

elementary

nashville tn

a new leaf school

reggio-inspired

social-emotional learning

positive behavior support

autism spectrum

sensory processing

outdoor learning

family partnership

$25–$30/hr

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Paid leave, sick leave, and a QSEHRA healthcare reimbursement plan of $200 per month.

Why this role

Requires comfort walking, hiking, and facilitating interventions outdoors in varied weather; seeks 3+ years working with learners ages 2–10 and a relevant degree and applicable certification.

About the employer

A New Leaf School is hiring for this role. Industry: Elementary and Secondary Schools. Sector: 61.