Special Education Academic and Behavioral Intervention Specialist

Byron Public School District #531; Byron (MN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

Byron Public School District #531 seeks a Special Education Academic & Behavioral Intervention Specialist to support high school students with targeted academic instruction and behavioral interventions. You will implement BIPs, collect data, and collaborate with teachers to ensure consistent accommodations.

The role is hourly, pays $31 per hour, and reports to the Building Principal. Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and 1–2 years working with diverse learner

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or experience with intense academic or behavioral interventions with students.
• Minimum of 1–2 years working with individuals with diverse learning, developmental, or behavioral needs in educational or therapeutic settings preferred.
• Crisis Intervention / De-escalation certification (e.g., CPI or Safety-Care) preferred or obtainable upon hire.
• Strong knowledge of behavior modification strategies and child development.
• Ability to remain calm, patient, and objective during high-stress situations.
• Clear written and verbal communication for accurate data reporting and team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Behavioral Support & Intervention: Implement targeted Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) and positive behavior support strategies; utilize training in de-escalation techniques to handle behavioral crises safely and effectively.
• Academic Instruction: Deliver small-group and one-on-one instructional interventions aligned with individualized education programs (IEPs), adapting materials developed by certified special education staff to meet students' learning needs.
• Data Collection & Tracking: Continuously monitor and log student behavioral data and intervention outcomes; assist certified teachers in analyzing trends for progress reporting.
• Collaborative Support: Partner with special education teachers and general education staff to ensure consistent implementation of accommodations across environments.
• Student Independence: Guide and prompt students in self-regulation, organizational skills, and social-emotional growth, fading support to promote autonomy.

Skills

Behavioral support

Data analysis

De-escalation

IEP familiarity

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Special Education Academic and Behavioral Intervention Specialist JobID: 1369

• Position Type:
  Special Education Support Staff/ Support Staff
• Date Posted:
  8/31/2026
• Location:
  High School

Job Title: Special Education Academic & Behavioral Intervention Specialist

Position Overview

The Academic & Behavioral Intervention Specialist provides targeted instructional and behavioral support to special education students under the direction of certified Special Education Teachers and Student Support Services. Operating at a higher level than a traditional paraprofessional role, this non-certified, hourly position requires the analytical application of Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), specialized academic instruction, data collection, and independent crisis de-escalation to foster student independence and growth.

• Pay Scale: $31/hr. Mid-Tier Professional (Tiered above Instructional Aide / Paraprofessional)
• Reports To: Building Principal

Key Responsibilities

• Behavioral Support & Intervention: Implement targeted Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) and positive behavior support strategies; utilize training in de-escalation techniques to handle behavioral crises safely and effectively.
• Academic Instruction: Deliver small-group and one-on-one instructional interventions aligned with individualized education programs (IEPs), adapting materials developed by certified special education staff to meet students' unique learning needs.
• Data Collection & Tracking: Continuously monitor and log student behavioral data and intervention outcomes; assist certified teachers in analyzing trends for progress reporting.
• Collaborative Support: Partner with special education teachers and general education staff to ensure consistent implementation of accommodations across environments.
• Student Independence: Guide and prompt students in self-regulation, organizational skills, and social-emotional growth, fading support systematically to promote autonomy.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree or experience with intense academic or behavioral interventions with students.
• Experience: Minimum of 1�2 years working with individuals with diverse learning, developmental, or behavioral needs in an educational or therapeutic setting preferred.
• Certifications: Crisis Intervention / De-escalation certification (e.g., CPI or Safety-Care) preferred or obtainable upon hire.
• Strong knowledge of behavior modification strategies and child development
• Ability to remain calm, patient, and objective during high-stress situations
• Clear written and verbal communication for accurate data reporting and team collaboration