Behavior Interventionist

College Achieve Public Schools (CAPS); Paterson (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NJ State Retirement Plan

Medical, dental, vision, and life

Job summary

College Achieve Public Schools in Paterson, NJ is seeking a proactive Behavior Interventionist to support a positive, structured school culture at an urban middle school. You will work with leaders and staff to address behavioral challenges, reinforce expectations, and build meaningful relationships with students.

The role focuses on classroom management, crisis de-escalation, data-informed discipline, and professional development for staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field (Preferred).
• Minimum one year of experience in an urban school setting or charter environment (preferred).
• Proven experience in student management, behavior intervention, and crisis de-escalation.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a consistent, fair, and positive discipline system in collaboration with school administration.
• Serve as the primary contact for behavioral crisis intervention and acute student issues.
• Support teachers in managing classroom behavior and uphold high expectations for all students.
• Monitor classrooms and hallways to reinforce school culture and expectations.
• Supervise meals, transitions, enrichment, and dismissal to ensure order and safety.
• Lead behavior-related parent meetings and assist in developing behavior intervention plans.
• Oversee in-school suspensions and after-school detention with intervention support.
• Maintain confidential discipline records of conferences and incidents.
• Provide staff development on student discipline and behavioral strategies.
• Present weekly/monthly reports highlighting behavioral trends and areas for improvement.

Skills

Behavior management

Crisis de-escalation

Interpersonal communication

School culture-building

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Job description

Organization:

College Achieve Public Schools

District:

College Achieve Paterson Charter School

Location:

Paterson, NJ 07502

Position Overview

College Achieve Public Schools is seeking a proactive and student-focused behavior interventionist to support the development of a positive, structured, and achievement-oriented school culture at one of our middle schools. This individual will work closely with school leadership and staff to address behavioral challenges, support classroom management, and build meaningful relationships with students. The Behavior Interventionist will serve as a vital resource in reinforcing consistent expectations, modeling professional conduct, and maintaining a supportive environment where all students can thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with school administration to maintain a consistent, fair, and positive discipline system
• Serve as the primary point of contact for behavioral crisis intervention and acute student issues
• Support teachers in managing classroom behavior and holding all students to high expectations
• Proactively circulate classrooms and hallways to monitor and reinforce school culture
• Supervise breakfast, lunch, class transitions, enrichment, and dismissal to ensure order and safety
• Lead behavior-related parent meetings and assist in the development of individual behavior intervention plans
• Oversee in-school suspensions and after-school detention, providing intervention-based support
• Maintain accurate and confidential student discipline records, documenting conferences, incidents, and phone calls
• Provide professional development and daily support to staff on student discipline and behavioral strategies
• Create and present weekly/monthly reports highlighting behavioral trends, infractions, and areas for improvement
• Help instruct students and staff on social-emotional learning strategies and coping mechanisms
• Ensure behavioral expectations are upheld both inside and outside of the classroom, including cafeterias and common areas
• Plan and participate in morning convocation sessions that reinforce behavioral expectations and school values
• Model the schools mission and core values in every interaction
• Perform other related duties as assigned by school leadership

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in a related field (Prefered)
• Minimum one year of experience working in an urban school setting or charter environment
• Proven experience in student management, behavior intervention, and crisis de-escalation
• Deep understanding of school culture-building and classroom behavioral systems
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate effectively with students, staff, and families
• Must pass a criminal history background check and meet all state employment requirements

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: 65,00075,000, commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive benefits package, including:
• NJ State Retirement Plan (pension)
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Access to professional development and lesson plan repository
• Referral program
• Extended time off during Thanksgiving and winter breaks

Evaluation

Behavior Interventionists are evaluated annually based on the effectiveness of behavioral systems, collaboration with staff, and their impact on school culture and student outcomes.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong presence and visibility in school spaces
• Passion for student advocacy and emotional well-being
• Solutions-oriented mindset with a calm, consistent approach to discipline
• Cultural competence and sensitivity to diverse school communities
• Ability to analyze behavioral data to inform strategy and decision-making