Behavior Interventionist | Elementary School | BTWA ES

About the role

Booker T. Washington Academy Elementary (BTWA ES) campus is seeking a full-time Behavioral Interventionist (BI) to join our inclusive, equity-centered team.

Responsibilities

• Conducting functional behavior assessments (FBAs) and develop individualized Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) aligned with scholars’ needs
• Providing direct, small-group and one-on-one behavioral support to students with chronic or acute behavior challenges
• Serving as the primary crisis-intervention specialist for acute behavioral issues
• Leading and convening the school-wide Behavior Support Team (BST) and participate in the SEL Team
• Collaborating with classroom teachers and school leaders to implement planning and execution strategies that integrate positive behavior interventions and supports (PBIS)
• Modeling and coaching evidence-based behavior management techniques for staff during classroom observations and coaching cycles
• Collecting, analyzing, and reporting behavior data—tracking office referrals, in-school suspensions, bus behavior incidents, and attendance—to inform instructional adjustments and stakeholder communication
• Facilitating restorative circles, conflict resolution sessions, peer mediation, and social-emotional learning workshops for scholars and staff
• Partnering with families, school counselors/social workers, and external service providers to ensure consistency across home and school environments
• Maintaining a highly visible presence by proactively circulating through classrooms, hallways, and communal spaces to support students and staff

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education or special education, psychology, social work, or a related field is required.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience implementing behavior interventions in an elementary school, or comparable, setting.
• Demonstrated expertise in conducting FBAs, developing BIPs, and using data to drive decision-making relating to behavior intervention and support initiatives. Preventive Management Training (PMT) certification or willingness to obtain.
• Demonstrated commitment to educational equity, youth development, social-emotional learning, restorative practices, and culturally responsive pedagogy.
• A strong sense of reflection and personal accountability for student growth, achievement and experience.
• Deep alignment with the mission and values of ECS and BTWA, including a resolute and unshakable belief in the potential of every student to learn, grow and achieve at a high level.