Behavior Interventionist (K-5)

Position Summary

Work with special education teachers district‑wide to develop and implement ABA‑based behavior management strategies in classrooms and to provide specific behavior intervention supports to students. Assist campus staff in developing functional behavior assessments, behavior improvement plans, positive behavior supports, and behavior management plans.

Education and Certifications

• Master’s degree from accredited university preferred
• BCBA (Board Certified Behavior Analyst) certification preferred

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of specific ABA strategies and interventions for students with autism and other developmental disabilities and behavior challenges
• Knowledge of proper ABA assessment protocols for evaluation and data collection
• Knowledge of how to provide services for students in alignment with individualized education programs
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills
• Previous experience in professional development presentations

Experience

• Two years of special education classroom teaching experience

Responsibilities

• Model positive behavioral intervention strategies for teachers to use in the classroom setting
• Assist teachers in analyzing behavior and developing correlating strategies for intervention
• Assist teachers and special education staff in the implementation of behavior strategies
• Complete functional behavior assessments (FBAs) and behavior intervention plans (BIPs) when requested by the ARD committee
• Provide professional development as requested
• Provide student and teacher observations to assist in the development of behavior interventions, FBAs, and BIPs
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
• Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other required documents
• Participate in staff development activities to improve job‑related skills
• Demonstrate support for the district’s student management policies and expected student behavior related to the special education program
• Establish and maintain professional relationships and open communication with principals, teachers, staff, parents, and community members

Personal Qualities & Values

• Passionately committed with humility, curiosity, and intrinsic motivation to advance the mission
• Servant’s heart—recognizing inherent dignity and promoting development of others
• Team player—collaborative, valuing each role in achieving the mission

Compensation

Great Hearts offers a very competitive benefits package and overall compensation will be commensurate with talent, experience, and education.

Additional Requirements

• Must possess or obtain a valid Texas fingerprint clearance card
• US work authorization required
• Employment contingent upon successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance per state requirements

Physical Demands and Environment

• Standing, sitting, repetitive hand and body movements, bending, squatting, and reaching
• May be required to move or position equipment up to approximately 15 pounds
• Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals
• Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, twisting
• Repetitive hand motions, frequent keyboarding and mouse use
• Occasional district‑wide and statewide travel; local travel to various academies for training and professional development
• Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress