Education & Behavioral Specialist
3110 Business Park Drive, Vista, CA 92081
Full-Time | Competitive Salary | Benefits Eligible
Happy Happens Here—And So Does Meaningful Support.
At
The Learning Experience®, we believe every child deserves to feel safe, seen, supported, and inspired to learn, play, and grow. Our proprietary
L.E.A.P.® (Learning Experience Academic Program) curriculum helps children develop academically, socially, emotionally, and cognitively through purposeful play and hands-on learning. We are seeking a compassionate, experienced, and proactive
Education & Behavioral Specialist to join our leadership team at our Vista center and help ensure every child, teacher, and family receives the support they need to thrive.
Position Summary
The Education & Behavioral Specialist serves as an in-house expert in child development, classroom behavior support, teacher coaching, and family partnership. This role works collaboratively with center leadership, classroom educators, and families to support children ages 6 weeks to 6 years by promoting positive behaviors, social-emotional development, inclusive practices, and developmentally appropriate interventions.
This position plays a critical role in maintaining The Learning Experience’s commitment to excellence, consistency, and joyful learning.
Key Responsibilities
Child Observation & Behavioral Support
- Conduct classroom observations across all age groups, from infants through preschool.
- Identify social-emotional, developmental, sensory, or behavioral concerns early.
- Design and implement individualized behavior support strategies and intervention plans.
- Provide direct in-class support for children experiencing emotional dysregulation, peer conflict, transition difficulties, or developmental challenges.
- Collect behavioral data, track progress, and adjust support plans as needed.
Teacher Coaching & Classroom Excellence
- Partner with teachers to strengthen classroom management and positive guidance practices.
- Model effective strategies including redirection, emotional coaching, conflict resolution, and co-regulation.
- Provide ongoing coaching, feedback, and professional development support.
- Help ensure classroom environments align with TLE standards, curriculum expectations, and licensing requirements.
Family Partnership
- Build trusting relationships with families through compassionate communication and collaborative problem-solving.
- Meet with parents to discuss developmental progress, behavioral concerns, and support strategies.
- Provide families with resources, referrals, and actionable tools to support consistency between school and home.
Inclusion & Developmental Services
- Support children with sensory needs, developmental delays, neurodiversity, or social-emotional challenges.
- Collaborate with outside specialists, therapists, regional centers, and support agencies as appropriate.
- Help create inclusive classroom practices that support all learners.
Documentation & Compliance
- Maintain accurate observation notes, intervention documentation, and follow-up records.
- Support compliance with California licensing regulations and center policies.
- Participate in child study meetings, leadership meetings, and professional development.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in **Child Development, Early Childhood Education, Psychology, Special Education, Behavioral Science, or related field preferred.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in early childhood education, behavioral intervention, special education, or related field.
- Experience working with children ages 0–6 in group care or educational settings.
- Strong understanding of social-emotional development, trauma-informed care, positive behavior support, and developmentally appropriate practice.
- Experience coaching adults and collaborating with families preferred.
- Knowledge of California childcare licensing standards preferred.
Preferred Certifications
- California Child Development Permit
- Pediatric CPR/First Aid
- Mandated Reporter Training
- Training in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Positive Behavior Support, or trauma-informed care
What Makes You a Great Fit
You are:
- Calm, confident, and solution-focused
- Passionate about early childhood development
- Able to coach and inspire teachers
- Skilled in difficult conversations with empathy and professionalism
- Organized, observant, and proactive
- Committed to helping children—and the adults who support them—succeed
Why Join Our Vista Team?
At
The Learning Experience – Vista, you’ll be part of a passionate leadership team committed to creating a joyful, supportive, and high-quality environment where children, families, and educators thrive.
Happy Happens Here—and your expertise can make all the difference.