Behavior Intervention Specialist

About the Team ACCEL Schools is seeking highly-qualified Behavior Intervention Specialists at Sheffield Academy in Sheffield, Ohio, dedicated to providing a superior education for all students. We are seeking a Behavior Intervention Specialist who is excited to create a rigorous and nurturing classroom environment that prioritizes student learning and social-emotional development. The Behavior Intervention Specialist provides support to at-risk students addressing conduct, discipline, or attendance issues while helping these students become more academically successful. The role involves creating classroom and/or school-based behavior models to promote a positive and healthy school environment. Be part of the difference at Sheffield Academy. Founded in 2022, Sheffield Academy is a public charter school for EK-8th grade students that combines competitive sport training with accredited academics. The school day emphasizes core academics in the morning and fitness and extracurriculars in the afternoon. Sheffield Academy is part of ACCEL Schools, a network of public charter schools serving K-12 students since 2014. About the Opportunity Demonstrate an understanding, respectful and receptive attitude toward the behavioral needs of students of various age groups Provide expert knowledge of techniques needed to successfully complete Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA), function-based interventions, and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP) Meet with students whose behavior warrants intervention and develop individualized behavior tracking and intervention programs Serve on IEP Teams and develop relationships with students requiring intervention Work with staff on issues such as crisis intervention, learning and collaboration issues, and factors that can affect development and implementation of interventions Serve as a consultant to administrators, teachers, and parents in finding positive solutions for behavior modification Monitor student attendance while developing Absence Intervention Plans, working to achieve school-wide daily attendance Promote school culture through daily practices, positive attitude and collaboration with students, families and staff Maintain timely and accurate records and files consistent with school policies and procedures Participate in other duties such as school events, trainings, morning duty, dismissal duty, and lunch duty, as needed About You Bachelor's degree in education, social work, health, or other related field preferred Intervention Specialist license preferred A minimum of three years' experience working with at-risk or behaviorally challenged children as a teacher, social worker, tutor or mentor, preferably in a multicultural setting Track record of building trust and positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues Ability to maintain composure and job performance under changing or stressful conditions Strong written and verbal communication skills that reflect professionalism and tact at all times Proficiency in Microsoft Office products Ability to pass federal, state, and local background checks About Us "We believe that every child should be able to be anything they want in life, regardless of their birthplace and circumstances." – Ron Packard, CEO & Founder ACCEL Schools is a network of 80+ high-performing, public charter schools serving PK-12 students. We proudly advocate for school choice and work to address educational inequities throughout the United States. Our schools are inclusive and reflect the diverse values of the urban, suburban, and rural communities we serve. Our brick-and-mortar, virtual, and hybrid schools specialize in closing educational gaps and offer innovative models such as career-technical education, sports training, bilingual programming, and more. We have been recognized by legislators, authorizers, and researchers for providing exceptional education options to students in historically under-resourced communities. Benefits Compensation The salary range for this position is $45,000 - 50,000. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. Life benefits – time & peace of mind Paid time off Retirement contributions Optional Basic Life and AD&D insurance Voluntary life insurance (employee, spouse, child) Discounted childcare at Early Learning Academies locations Health benefits – stay well & thrive Medical, dental, and vision insurance Employee Assistance Program Voluntary short-term disability insurance Voluntary long-term disability insurance Career benefits – keep growing Career advancement opportunities throughout Accel Schools and our network of 4,000+ instructors and education professionals EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY It is our policy to abide by all federal, state and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination based solely on a person’s race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental and/or intellectual disability, age, military status, veteran status (including protected veterans), marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, familial status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other protected status except where a reasonable, bona fide occupational qualification exists. #J-18808-Ljbffr