Behavior Intervention Specialist - LESA Pathway School

Young World Physical Education; Howell (MI); On-site; USD 28,502 - 44,730; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Howell, Michigan, is seeking a Behavior Intervention Specialist to assist in implementing Positive Behavior Support Plans and Emergency Intervention Plans for students with complex needs.

The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience supporting social-emotional needs alongside strong communication skills. The position offers a salary range of $20.69 to $32.47 per hour.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience supporting students with social emotional and behavioral needs.
• Knowledge of Michigan Seclusion and restraint laws.
• Ability to build positive professional relationships.

Responsibilities

• Administer behavior interventions to students.
• Adapt classroom activities under teacher direction.
• Develop and implement behavior management systems.

Skills

Behavior de-escalation techniques

Communication skills

Data collection

Knowledge of behavior management systems

Education

High school diploma or GED

CPR and Non-violent crisis intervention certification

Certification as Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)

Job description

Behavior Intervention Specialist - LESA Pathway School

Livingston ESA Pathway School - Howell, Michigan Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5811727

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 01, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 13, 2026

Job Description

POSITION TITLE: Behavior Intervention Specialist

FLSA: Non-Exempt

REPORTS TO: Director of Special Education

UPDATED: July 2026

SALARY/BENEFIT: Starting at $20.69 per hour* Per Classified Handbook

SCHEDULE: 10 Month

Hourly rate range with benefits: $20.69 to $23.74

Hourly rate without benefits: $28.30 to $32.47

POSITION SUMMARY: The Behavior Intervention Specialist will assist the classroom teacher and behavioral consultants in the implementation of individualized Positive Behavior Support Plans and/or Emergency Intervention Plans for students with moderate to severe complex communication, behavior, and intellectual impairments. This position also will play a pivotal role in supporting multi-tiered systems of support for social emotional/behavioral needs within the Pathway center‑based program.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Note: These duties and responsibilities are judged to be 'essential functions' in terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act or ADA. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The statements below are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person in this position, they are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties that may be performed by such a person.

• Administer one‑to‑one or small group intensive behavior interventions to students
• Adapt classroom activities, assignments and/or materials under the direction of the supervising teacher for the purpose of supporting and reinforcing classroom objectives and/or IEP goals
• Assist Supervisor in gathering behavioral data, including conducting observations and taking data. Identify environmental conditions that contribute to or sustain desired/undesired behavior and practicable interventions
• With supervision, develop, implement, and monitor behavior management systems, behavioral programs, and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) as needed
• Communicate, collaborate and consult with teachers, teacher assistants, ancillary providers, and administration
• Respond to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns
• Attend to the safety of students and surroundings for the purpose of maintaining a safe and caring learning environment
• Monitor students during assigned periods within a variety of school environments for the purpose of maintaining a safe and positive learning environment
• Perform other duties as requested by supervisor

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

• Performs other related tasks as assigned

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum 3 years’ experience supporting students with social emotional and behavioral needs
• CPR and Non‑violent crisis intervention certification (NVCI)
• Certification as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) preferred

REQUIRED EMPLOYMENT QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of, and ability to implement, behavioral de‑scalation techniques
• Knowledge and experience pertaining to behavior management systems and working with collaborative teams
• Possess specific knowledge in the area of behavioral theory
• Ability to build positive professional relationships through clear communication and follow through
• Ability to respond fully to quickly escalating behavioral situations
• Possess sound written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of Michigan Seclusion and restraint laws
• Knowledge of restorative practices
• Knowledge of trauma informed care
• Knowledge of the behavior planning and functional behavior assessment process
• Ability to positively interact and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Ability to use technology, such as Google Sheets, Docs and Forms
• Strong skill set in collecting data, effective listening, planning, and problem solving

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports.

REASONING ABILITY: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES: Ability to operate computers and related software. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Ability to assume responsibility for supervising students in the absence of teacher or administrator. Employee must be able to drive or transport between school buildings. Employee must have the ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, public and other staff members. Employee must also exhibit a positive attitude, creativity, independent thinking, work cooperatively, and be able to take initiative.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and or walk, talk and hear and occasionally stand. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, as to operate office equipment. The employee must occasionally push up to 25 pounds such as physical assist equipment including: gurneys, lifts, physical therapy equipment and wheel chairs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision for driving.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

DIVERSITY STATEMENT: The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and transgender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information or any other legally protected characteristic, in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies should be directed to the Assistant Superintendent for Administrative Services.

POSITION TYPE: Full-Time

SALARY: $20.69 to $32.47 Per Hour

JOB CATEGORIES: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Doug Haseley, Assistant Superintendent for Administrative Services
• Livingston ESA
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]