Behavior Intervention Specialist - K-12 Support

Ottawa Area Center; Allendale Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Ottawa Area ISD is seeking a Behavior Technician for Ottawa Area Center in Allendale, Michigan. You will provide building-wide behavioral support, implement individualized plans, and collaborate with behavior specialists to maintain fidelity of interventions.

Responsibilities include data collection, fidelity checks, crisis response, MTSS and PBSP collaboration, staff coaching, and supporting program improvement while ensuring state compliance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; associate degree or specialized training preferred.
• Experience in K-12 education with diverse behavioral needs preferred.
• Certification or training in CPI or trauma-informed crisis intervention preferred.
• Current First Aid / CPR certification or ability to obtain within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Provide behavioral support across classrooms, modeling and coaching staff.
• Implement behavior intervention plans and record data for decisions.
• Respond to behavioral crises and apply de-escalation procedures.
• Collaborate with teachers, families and specialists for MTSS/ PBSP reviews.
• Support student transitions and data-driven program improvements.

Skills

Data collection

Crisis de-escalation

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Training/coaching

Education

High School Diploma

Associate’s degree preferred

Tools

Google Workspace

Spreadsheets

Electronic documentation systems

Behavior data platforms

Job description

Ottawa Area ISD is seeking a Behavior Technician for Ottawa Area Center in Allendale, Michigan. You will provide building-wide behavioral support, implement individualized plans, and collaborate with behavior specialists to maintain fidelity of interventions.

Responsibilities include data collection, fidelity checks, crisis response, MTSS and PBSP collaboration, staff coaching, and supporting program improvement while ensuring state compliance.