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Middle School Behavior Interventionist

$50.77k - $106k

Mesa County Valley School District 51

Position Type:
Teaching Middle School/Intervention
Date Posted:
4/20/2026
Location:
D51 Educational Services Center at East
Closing Date:
4/26 or open until filled
Description:
Pre-Expulsion Behavior Interventionist
Job Summary:
Operating under the direction of the Coordinator of Pre-Expulsion Behavior Support (PEBS) and the day-to-day guidance of the Building Leader, this position serves as the designated MTSS Tier 3 case manager for students demonstrating significant or habitual behavioral challenges who are at risk of pre-expulsion, expulsion, or are returning from expulsion. This role provides intensive Tier 3 behavioral intervention and case management through Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs), individualized intervention planning, explicit behavioral instruction, and transition support. The Building Principal leads the formal pre-expulsion process and the development of the Remedial Discipline Plan. This position participates in planning meetings and is primarily responsible for coordinating implementation, monitoring progress, and supporting staff, students, and families. The position supports both step-up interventions for students at risk of expulsion and step-down supports for students returning from expulsion or alternative placement. All intervention planning, implementation, progress monitoring, and documentation are maintained within the MTSS Student Support Behavior Plan, utilizing the Remedial Discipline Plan designation when applicable to ensure consistency and procedural fidelity.
Job Responsibility Description
Tier 3 Case Management and Intervention Implementation

Serve as the primary MTSS Tier 3 case manager for students identified as habitually disruptive or at risk of pre-expulsion or expulsion.
Participate in MTSS and pre-expulsion planning meetings led by the Building Leader or administrative team.
Coordinate implementation of intervention plans across settings to ensure consistency and fidelity.
Collaborate with teachers and Pre-Expulsion Behavior Paraprofessionals to support consistent and effective intervention strategies.
Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) & Behavior Planning
Conduct or support Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) aligned to MTSS processes.
Collect and analyze behavioral data to identify patterns, triggers, and function of behavior.
Develop and maintain a single, aligned behavior support plan to prevent fragmented interventions.
Collaborate with administrators, counselors, special education staff, and the PEBS team to support planning and implementation.
Direct Behavioral Instruction (Individual & Small Group)
Provide explicit behavioral instruction to students through individual and small-group sessions.
Teach and reinforce skills such as self-regulation, impulse control, conflict resolution, problem-solving, and executive functioning.
Deliver skill-building support during designated intervention times (pull-out, advisory, or scheduled sessions).
Adjust intervention intensity, frequency, and grouping based on student response to data.
Share observations and progress monitoring data with staff to inform ongoing plan adjustments.
Step-Up Toward Expulsion & Step-Down From Expulsion Intervention Support
Implement and document required pre-expulsion interventions supporting "step-up" consideration toward expulsion when students do not respond to interventions.
Coordinate "step-down" transition and re-entry support for students returning from expulsion or alternative placement to ensure continuity of support.
Ensure continuity of behavioral expectations, supports, and monitoring across settings.
Documentation, Data & MTSS Collaboration
Maintain accurate and timely documentation within the MTSS Student Support Behavior Plan.
Track behavior data, intervention participation, attendance patterns, and student progress.
Serve as the case manager of record in Tier 3 MTSS meetings.
Communicate progress, concerns, and recommendations to the MTSS and administrative teams.
Other Duties
~ Additional tasks, duties, and responsibilities may be assigned as needed/requested.

Qualifications:
Acceptable demonstration of acceptable education and/or experience will be at the sole discretion of the District.
Bachelor's Degree in education, counseling, psychology, social work, behavior studies, or related field required
Experience working with students exhibiting chronic or severe behavioral challenges is required
Experience with MTSS Tier 3 supports, FBAs, or alternative discipline programming preferred
Experience supporting students at risk of or returning from expulsion strongly preferred
Valid Colorado Department of Education (CDE) Educator License with applicable endorsement required
Ability to obtain required district trainings (e.g., de-escalation, restraint certification if assigned)
Working Conditions:
188 days/year
Application Procedure:
Apply Online
Selection Procedure:
Position is posted to internal transfers for a minimum of seven (7) calendar days or open until filled.

Salary & Benefits:
Teacher Base Pay Salary Schedule Range:
$50,765 - $105,998 (Pending Board of Education Approval) based on one (1) FTE at one hundred eighty eight (188) days.
Hiring Range for External Candidates:
$50,765 - $87,145 (Pending Board of Education Approval)
*Teachers are initially placed according to experience. Teachers new to the District may be granted up to 15 years of experience, provided the experience occurred within the last 20 years in accordance with the MVEA Agreement.
View all salary schedules for the current school year at:
Information regarding D51 Benefits can be found here:

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