Ex Ed Behavior Intervention Specialist (Effective 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR)

Tucson Unified School District (TUSD1.org); Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Tucson Unified School District seeks a Behavior Intervention Specialist to support students with behavioral, social-emotional, and academic needs in collaboration with educators and MTSS teams.

The role involves assessing data, developing and implementing behavior plans, training staff, and contributing to equitable student outcomes within the district’s Unitary Status Plan. 1.0 FTE, 9.5-month calendar, sites vary.

Qualifications

• Valid Arizona Teaching Certificate.
• Knowledge of behavior management techniques.
• Strong verbal and written English communication; ability to read and comprehend written/graphic and oral instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assess, monitor, and collect data on students with significant behavior issues to devise an appropriate behavior plan.
• Collaborate with Teachers, Counselors, Psychologist, Administration, and MTSS team.
• Train staff on the implementation and evaluation of the behavior plan.

Skills

Behavior management

Verbal & written comms

Education

Arizona Teaching Certificate

Job description

Summary

The Behavior Intervention Specialist will support students in the areas of academic, social-emotional, and behavioral needs. Works in collaboration with Teachers, Counselors, Psychologist, Administration, and MTSS team to assess, monitor, and collect data on students with significant behavior issues in order to devise an appropriate behavior plan. Train staff on the implementation and evaluate the effectiveness of the behavior plan. Understand and appreciate diversity. Work collaboratively with a team to support student safety and further the work of the Unitary Status Plan in the fair and equitable treatment of students in schools. Demonstrate commitment to continuous learning.

Minimum Requirements

• Valid Arizona Teaching Certificate
• Knowledge or training in behavior management techniques
• Verbal & written communication skills in English and a demonstrated ability to read and comprehend written/graphic and oral instructions.

Requirements Prior To Start Date

• Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Proof of immunity to rubeola (measles) and rubella (German measles), or proof of MMR immunization.

Preferred Requirements

• Valid Arizona Special Education Teaching Certificate.
• Three (3) years teaching experience
• Demonstrated success in engaging African American and Latino students.
• Bilingual (Spanish) endorsement.
• Knowledge of the implementation of the Response to Intervention for academics, social-emotional, and behavior and the ability to communicate this process with staff.
• Knowledge of Restorative Practice and Positive Behavior Intervention Supports (PBIS).

COMMENTS

Effective: 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR

Location: Exceptional Education Department - Sites vary

FTE: 1.0 – 7.5 hours per day

Work Calendar: 9.5 month

Positions less than 30 hours per week are not eligible for district benefits.

Salary will be prorated if the start date is after the first day of the work calendar for the position.

Internal candidates will transfer at a rate commensurate with their bargaining unit language.

Tucson Unified School District is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination based on disability, race, color, religion/religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or national origin.