Behavior Interventionist - Lakes Educational Partnership

Prairie-Lakes-Area-Education-Agency

Spencer (IA)

On-site

USD 21,000 - 30,000

Full time

48 hours ago

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Job summary

Prairie Lakes Area Education Agency Lakes Educational Partnership in Spencer, Iowa seeks a Behavior Interventionist to assist teachers with instruction for students facing behavior challenges in a K-12 day treatment program. The role includes monitoring, redirecting, and implementing intensive behavior intervention programs, plus clerical duties as assigned.

The position requires a high school diploma or Associate’s Degree; a Bachelor’s is preferred.

Qualifications

High school diploma, Associate’s Degree; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
CPI certification preferred; Mandatory Child and Dependent Adult Abuse Reporter Training Certification.
Experience with behavior challenges and students with special needs.
De-escalation and classroom intervention experience.

Responsibilities

Assist in providing instruction for behaviorally challenged students.
Administer one-to-one intensive behavior intervention.
Participate in behavior intervention meetings and professional development.
Collect and record behavior/academic data and maintain behavioral charts.
Monitor and assist students in prescribed learning activities.
Communicate with teachers regarding programs and materials to meet student needs.

Skills

De-escalation techniques

Behavior management

Intensive behavior intervention

Child guidance principles

Basic instructional methods

Data collection

Rapport with students

Effective communication

Confidentiality

Diversity & inclusion

Safety practices

Education

High school diploma

Associate’s Degree

Bachelor’s Degree Preferred

Tools

iPad / Tablet

Assistive technology

Online learning platforms

Job description

Behavior Interventionist - Lakes Educational Partnership

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Job Details

Job ID: 5901148

Application Deadline: Sep 18, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Aug 25, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Summary:

This position is responsible for assisting a teacher in providing instruction to individuals or small groups of students with behavior challenges in a K-12 day treatment program. This position is also responsible for monitoring, redirecting and modifying student progress regarding inappropriate behaviors and performance, administering intensive behavior intervention programs to identified students, and performing a variety of clerical duties as assigned.

Hiring Specifications

Education

High school diploma, Associate’s Degree

Bachelor’s Degree Preferred

Certification

Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification preferred

Mandatory Child and Dependent Adult Abuse Reporter Training Certification

Experience

Experience working with applicable age students who have behavior challenges

Experience working with students with special need

De-escalation experience

Successful experience working in an intervention setting as well as the classroom

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

Knowledge of, and ability to implement, de-escalation techniques

Knowledge of, and ability to implement, 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, playground activities, and community events 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

Ability to collect and record behavior/academic student data

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

Word processing and spreadsheet skills

Ability to use a variety of technology/software platforms (iPad or Tablet Devices, Assistive Technology Devices, etc.)

Skill or the ability to learn the delivery and use of on-line learning programs as needed per school assignment

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, FBA, BIP, 504, HIP)

Supports the multi-tiered systems of support 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

Follows Board policies, district procedures and contractual obligations

Completes other duties as assigned

Position Type: 1.0 FTE

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