Behavioral Intervention Specialist (ABA-Based)

McCarthy-Teszler School; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

McCarthy-Teszler School in Spartanburg, SC seeks a Behavioral Interventionist to lead behavioral supports for students with significant needs. You will coach teachers, implement BIPs, collect and analyze data, and help reduce escalations while maintaining confidentiality across the campus.

The role emphasizes ABA-aligned strategies, collaboration with families and staff, and ongoing professional development to improve student outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required with at least 3 years of behavioral experience.
• Master’s degree in education, BCBA, school psychology or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides consultation and coaching to teachers and support staff on behavioral supports for students with moderate to severe needs.
• Collaborates with teachers, administrators, service providers, and families to assess needs and determine supports.
• Supports implementation and monitoring of behavior intervention plans and data collection tools.
• Collects, reviews, and analyzes behavioral data to inform decisions at multiple levels.
• Assists students during escalation or crisis using approved de-escalation practices and documents interventions.
• Participates in meetings related to student behavior, including IEPs and schoolwide planning.

Skills

Behavioral intervention

ABA principles

Data collection

Collaboration

De-escalation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

McCarthy-Teszler School in Spartanburg, SC seeks a Behavioral Interventionist to lead behavioral supports for students with significant needs. You will coach teachers, implement BIPs, collect and analyze data, and help reduce escalations while maintaining confidentiality across the campus.

The role emphasizes ABA-aligned strategies, collaboration with families and staff, and ongoing professional development to improve student outcomes.