Behavior Intervention Specialist - High School

Young World Physical Education; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 24,934 - 27,634; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a Behavior Intervention Specialist for Waterloo Community School District to assist in instruction for students with behavior challenges. The role involves monitoring student behavior and implementing behavior intervention programs under the guidance of special education personnel.

Candidates must possess a high school diploma (or equivalent), NCLB compliance, and experience working with students facing behavioral challenges. This is a full-time position with a salary ranging from $18.10 to $20.06 per hour.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency is required.
• NCLB compliant credentials needed.
• Experience with behaviorally challenged students preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing instruction to behaviorally challenged students.
• Administer one-to-one intensive behavior interventions.
• Collect data and maintain behavioral charting data.

Skills

Knowledge of intensive behavior management techniques

Ability to communicate effectively

Ability to handle emotionally charged situations

Ability to develop rapport with students

Basic record-keeping skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

NCLB compliance – 60 college credit hours or associate's degree

Tools

Basic word processing skills

Spreadsheet skills

Email management skills

Job description

Behavior Intervention Specialist - High School

Waterloo Community School District EXPO – Waterloo, Iowa

Job Summary: This position works under the direction of the building principal and Director of Special Education and is responsible for assisting a teacher in providing instruction to individuals or small groups of students with behavior challenges. It also monitors, redirects, and modifies student progress regarding inappropriate behaviors and performance, administers intensive behavior intervention programs to identified students, and performs a variety of clerical duties as assigned.

Waterloo Schools is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Hiring Specifications

• Education
  • High school diploma or equivalency.
  • NCLB compliance – 60 college credit hours, associate’s degree, generalist or specialist para educator license issued by the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners or successful completion of the district-approved competency test.
• Certification
  • NCLB compliance – see above.
  • Mandt certification required upon hire.
• Experience
  • Experience working with applicable age students who have behavior challenges.
  • Experience working with students with special needs.
  • De-escalation experience.
  • Successful experience working in an intervention setting as well as the classroom.
• Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
  • Knowledge of, and ability to implement, intensive de-escalation techniques.
  • Knowledge of, and ability to implement, intensive behavior management techniques.
  • Knowledge of intensive behavior intervention techniques.
  • Knowledge of child guidance principles and practices, especially as they relate to students with learning disabilities, developmental delays, and autistic behavior.
  • Knowledge of basic subjects taught in district schools including arithmetic, grammar, spelling, language and reading, including punctuation and vocabulary, and ability to assist with instructional and related activities in a learning environment.
  • Knowledge of safe practices in classroom and playground activities and health regulations.
  • Knowledge of basic instructional methods and techniques.
  • Ability to monitor and observe student behavior according to approved policies and procedures.
  • Knowledge of district policies, rules and regulations.
  • Basic record-keeping skills.
  • Ability to develop rapport and interact effectively with students.
  • Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
  • Ability to handle emotionally charged situations.
  • Ability to interact and collaborate with staff, students and families in a professional manner.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality.
  • Ability to work effectively, cooperatively and respectfully with staff, parents and community members regardless of race, creed, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnic/national origin, religion, marital status, age, socio-economic status or disability.
• Technology Requirements
  • Basic word processing and spreadsheet skills.
  • E‑mail management skills.
  • Skill or the ability to learn the delivery and use of online learning programs as needed per school assignment.
• Supervision of Others: N/A
• Personal Contacts
  • All district staff, students and families.
  • Central Rivers AEA personnel.

Job Duties

• Assists in providing instruction to behaviorally challenged individuals or small groups of students, reinforcing instruction as directed by the teacher.
• Administers one‑to‑one intensive behavior intervention to students.
• Actively participates in behavior intervention meetings and professional development.
• Collects data and records anecdotal student progress notes and maintains behavioral charting data.
• Monitors and assists students in prescribed learning activities.
• Monitors, observes and reports behavior of students according to approved procedures, including progress regarding student performance and behavior.
• Assists students and parents by providing proper examples, emotional support and general guidance as directed.
• Communicates with teachers regarding programs and materials to meet student needs.
• Follows health and safety practices and regulations.
• Assists students in developing self‑help and self‑advocacy skills as directed.
• Assists in implementing specialized student plans (IEP, BIP, 504, HIP), as needed.
• Supports Positive Behavior Intervention System (PBIS) initiatives.
• Directs student group activities as assigned.
• Provides assistance with de‑escalating student behaviors and reintegration back into the classroom.
• Implements classroom management system as applicable (e.g., STAR‑C Management System).
• Transports students as needed.
• Follows Board policies, district procedures and contractual obligations.
• Completes other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

• Never: 0%
• Occasional: 1–32%
• Frequent: 33–66%
• Constant: 67%+
• Standing
• Walking
• Sitting
• Bending/Stooping
• Pushing/Pulling
• Reaching
• Climbing/Stairs
• Driving
• Lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Carrying up to 25 lbs.
• Manual Dexterity Tasks – telephone, computer.
• Working conditions – inside, outside, extremes in temperature/humidity.
• Additional Physical Requirements:
  • Ability to provide physical care for assigned student(s).
  • Ability to perform physical restraint as needed following correct procedures.
  • Successful completion of post‑offer drug screening, physical and background check.

Position Type

Full‑Time

Salary

$18.10 to $20.06 per hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.