Interventionist - Student Support

Job Description Reports To: Coordinator for Early Intervention Services Duty Days: 197 Days Wage/Hour Status: Exempt Pay Grade: I00 Date Created: 1/2026 Qualifications Bachelor's degree in related field Knowledge of de‑escalation and behavior intervention techniques Valid Texas teacher's certificate in special education Three years' classroom experience Ability to work with school staff and parents Experience working with students with emotional/behavioral problems Knowledge in working with students with emotional/behavioral problems Knowledge of state and federal special education laws Excellent written and communication skills Primary Purpose: Provide intervention, consultation, and training to general education and special education staff in meeting the educational needs of students with behavioral issues and social skills deficits in a variety of educational environments. Major Duties and Responsibilities Assist teachers in the development and implementation of behavioral strategies and the collection of data in the evaluation of student progress. Collaborate with campus and other behavior staff to provide on‑going training and staff development in effective behavior management. Implement campus‑wide behavior interventions under MTSS. Model effective social skills and behavioral strategies or conduct demonstration lessons for specific students as specified in individual intervention plans. Assist campuses with creating plans for students in MTSS for behavior concerns. Coordinate with campus and district staff in planning and programming for students. Mentor new general education and special education teachers and paraprofessionals in effective classroom management strategies and program fidelity. Provide campus level training related to effective classroom and behavior management strategies. Attend required district trainings. Demonstrate knowledge of best practice of behavioral intervention techniques and strategies. Interpret and communicate federal, state, and local requirements necessary for program compliance. Monitor assigned campus data through a district‑approved platform to discuss necessary student‑specific interventions and supports. Support and monitor the implementation of the Student Support Initiative. Obtain and maintain Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification. Other duties as assigned. Equipment Used Interactive white board, computer, printer, copier, overhead projector, DVDNCR, and other emerging technologies which are particularly unique to the assignment. Instructional and productivity software, as required by the assignment. Working Conditions Maintain emotional control under stress. Varied stressful interpersonal situations and crisis management. Occasional prolonged and irregular hours. Moderate lifting and carrying of 15‑44 pounds. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing, and pulling. Move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom or adaptive equipment. Prolonged use of a computer and repetitive hand motions. May be required to lift and position students with physical disabilities; control behavior through prescribed holding techniques, when necessary; and assist non‑ambulatory students. Exposure to biological hazards. The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. Position Type: Full‑Time #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education