Behavior Intervention Specialist 26/27 SY

Behavior Intervention Specialist General Description Under the direction of the special education teacher, the behavior coach will provide assistance to children who are in a special education program. Qualifications Experience working with emotionally/behaviorally disabled/disordered students in a school, mental health, or hospital setting preferred Knowledge of child development concepts and practices Must have a high school diploma or equivalent Must possess a valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance card Crisis Prevention Intervention certification (offered at the district) First Aid and CPR training certification (offered at the district) Duties and Responsibilities Work intensively with students unable to function effectively in the classroom and immediately address individual student behavioral/emotional problems. Communicate reality-based problem solving techniques to students. Maintain Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification. Maintain First Aid and CPR training certification. Assist in developing and administering educational programs for behaviorally/emotionally and/or academically challenged students. Assist teachers in the classroom by interacting with disruptive, off‑task, or emotionally needy students, ensuring progress within the classroom. Prepare or assist in preparing logs, reports, files, reviews, etc. Escort children to the bus, time‑out location, nurse's office, and across campus. Facilitate decision‑making and communication between students and teachers. Follow District Policies, procedures, and directives in a timely and appropriate manner. Perform other duties as assigned. Reports to: Alternative school teacher(s) and/or Alternative School Coordinator Calendar: 10 months; 40 hrs/week #J-18808-Ljbffr Avon Public School