Behavioral Interventionist (Full-time/Part-time) - AMIkids Caddo

AMIkids; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Health benefits

PTO and paid holidays

Wellness benefits

Employer‑funded pension plan

Job summary

AMIkids Caddo in Shreveport, LA, seeks a Behavior Interventionist to lead instructional behavioral interventions and support staff in achieving program goals. The role includes tutoring, computer lab assistance, and developing student educational plans under the Director of Education or school leadership.

As a primary escalation point for student issues, the position emphasizes safe, structured activities, crisis response training, and model behavior for enrolled youth in a growing alternative

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• At least 1 year of experience in an educational or youth service program, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Assists and supports day‑to‑day instructional and behavioral interventions; provides redirection and support to students who exhibit inappropriate behavior in the classroom.
• Prevents and intervenes in youth altercations and incidents, using state‑mandated training methods.
• Administers first aid and CPR during emergencies according to national standards.
• Supervises and participates in a wide variety of academic, vocational, and motivational activities on and off campus; acts as advisor and role model.
• Provides one‑on‑one tutoring and computer lab assistance as needed.
• Participates in the preparation of students’ educational development plans.
• Ensures safety and security of staff and students per policies; handles custodial/maintenance tasks as needed.
• Oversees transportation and security systems to ensure student and staff safety.
• Completes and reviews incident, vehicle maintenance, and facility records.
• Instructs students in care and maintenance of school equipment; supervises program property handling per policies.
• Adheres to contractual and state educational guidelines; acts as Safety Security Coordinator per Red Cross standards.
• May supervise overnight trips and extended trips; on‑call as needed.
• Attends crisis intervention and physical restraint training per requirements.
• Transports youth and may drive for other tasks.
• May assist with special projects and other duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

AMIkids Caddo is located in Shreveport, LA. In partnership with the Caddo Parish Public Schools, it serves as an alternative school of choice for students in grades 6‑8. The school began operation in 2016 and is based on the AMIkids Personal Growth Model (APGM) to provide choice, flexibility, and accountability for students who might otherwise struggle in a traditional setting. The program is founded on the belief that all children have the potential to change and succeed when given proper direction and support.

Position Summary

The Behavior Interventionist has primary responsibility for overall instructional behavioral interventions. The Behavior Interventionist is the first line of escalation when student issues arise and provides leadership to motivate staff and students toward the successful achievement of established program goals and objectives. The employee also supports classroom management, tutoring, and computer lab assistance under the direction of the Director of Education or school leader.

Essential Job Duties

• Assists and supports day‑to‑day instructional and behavioral interventions; provides redirection and support to students who exhibit inappropriate behavior in the classroom.
• Prevents and intervenes in youth altercations and incidents, using authorized state‑mandated training methods.
• Administers first aid and CPR during emergencies in accordance with national standards.
• Supervises and participates in a wide variety of academic, vocational, and motivational activities on and off campus; serves as advisor and positive role model for assigned students in support of the Personal Growth Model (PGM).
• Provides one‑on‑one tutoring and computer lab assistance as needed.
• Participates in the preparation of students’ educational development plans.
• Supervises students in accordance with operational policies and procedures to ensure the safety and security of all staff and students; performs all duties in compliance with contractual agreements.
• Manages custodial and maintenance tasks to ensure safe and sanitary facilities.
• Coordinates and oversees the effective operations of transportation and security systems to ensure the safety and well‑being of students, staff, and the general public.
• Completes and reviews reports and logs as required, including incident report forms, vehicle maintenance logs, and facility maintenance records.
• Instructs students in the general care and maintenance of school and equipment; may supervise the safe handling of program property and equipment according to established policies and procedures ensuring all appropriate safety measures and precautions are observed, e.g., marine vessels, vehicles, equipment.
• Adheres to all contract and state educational guidelines and quality improvement requirements.
• Acts as Safety Security Coordinator; administers first aid and CPR during emergencies in accordance with American Red Cross standards.
• Assists in the establishment of policies and procedures to provide leadership and control in the event of a school crisis.
• May supervise two‑to‑seven day overnight trips and occasional extended trips that may require sleeping in tents, boats, or other settings under varying weather conditions and that may impose extended workdays or 24‑hour on‑call status.
• Attends and maintains appropriate crisis intervention and physical restraint training and certification as defined by state and contract requirements.
• Transports youth and may drive for other work‑related tasks.
• Assists with special projects and other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education, Training and Experience

• High school diploma or GED; associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• One (1) year of experience within an educational or youth service program, preferably working with troubled youth; or any equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience.

Benefits

• Growth opportunities – we pride ourselves on developing our leaders from within.
• Health benefits – medical, dental, vision and prescription drug plan options; health spending account; company‑paid life insurance and AD&D.
• PTO and paid holidays.
• Wellness benefits – EAP, health coaching, stress management programs, etc.
• Employer‑funded pension plan, voluntary 403(b) retirement plan, student loan forgiveness program.
• Pet insurance, world travel assistance, car‑rental discounts, gym membership discounts, and more.

Equal Opportunity Employer – protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.