Specialist: Behavioral Intervention

TrulyHired; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Anne Arundel County Public Schools (AACPS) seeks a Specialist: Intervention Behavioral to assist the principal in managing student behavior.

The role involves developing and implementing a district-wide approach to behavior intervention, counseling students, and coordinating with staff and families to support positive outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education or related field is required or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• One (1) year exemplary teaching experience or related experience is required.
• Excellent communication and human relations skills for interacting with diverse students, parents and colleagues.
• Knowledge of de-escalation strategies for verbally aggressive students.
• Excellent record-keeping and documentation skills.
• Proficiency with business technology applications (Video/Web Conferencing, MS Office).

Responsibilities

• Helps develop, implement and maintain a school-wide discipline plan.
• Provides staff development on behavior intervention strategies.
• Provides training on behavior management to parents and students.
• Observes students to understand behavior.
• Counsels students individually or in small groups.
• Consults with staff to develop behavior intervention plans.
• Facilitates conferences with students, parents and staff.
• Monitors behavior data and prepares reports.
• Serves on school teams as determined by the principal.

Skills

Communication skills

De-escalation techniques

Diversity engagement

Documentation

MS Office

Video conferencing

Education

Bachelor's degree in education

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Video conferencing

Job description

Job Description

Title Code: Specialist: Behavioral Intervention

This posting creates a pool of candidates for future positions that may become available.

JOB SUMMARY

Assists the principal in the management of student behavior.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Helps develop, implement and maintain a school-wide discipline plan.
• Provides staff development to staff members on effective classroom management/behavior intervention strategies.
• Provides training on behavior management to parents and students.
• Observes students in their classrooms and other activities to gain a better understanding of the students and their behavior.
• Counsels students individually or in small groups on positive behavior techniques.
• Consults with school staff members to develop appropriate behavior intervention plans for individual students.
• Facilitates conferences with students, parents and staff in matters related to student behavior.
• Monitors student behavior data and prepare necessary reports.
• Serves on school teams as determined by the school principal.
• Keep current on effective behavior management programs and strategies.
• Performs other related duties as assigned within the same classification or lower.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in related field of education from a regionally accredited college or university required;
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities deemed sufficient to prepare the employee to successfully perform the duties of the position.

Experience

• One (1) year exemplary teaching experience or related experience required.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics

• Demonstrated skills and the ability to participate as an effective, contributing member of a school team.
• Excellent communication and human relations skills to relate effectively with challenging students, parents and professional colleagues.
• Knowledge of strategies and techniques for de-escalating verbally aggressive students.
• Experience working with a diverse student/community population.
• Excellent record-keeping and documentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work and communicate with diverse populations.
• Demonstrated proficiency with business technology applications (e.g. Video/Web Conferencing, Microsoft Office Suite -Word, Excel, Outlook, and/or PowerPoint preferred).

Licenses and Certifications

Employee must retain active licenses, certifications, and enrollment as a condition of employment.

• Hold or be eligible for educator certificate/license issued by Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) required.

Driving Requirements

• N/A

LEADERSHIP ROLE

• N/A

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands and working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

• Standing: under 1/3 of the time
• Walking: under 1/3 of the time
• Sitting: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
• Keyboarding: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
• Talking: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
• Hearing: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
• As required by the duties and responsibilities of the position.

Vision

• No special vision requirements

Work Environment

Location

• Office, school or similar indoor environment: over 2/3 of the time

Noise Level

• Moderate: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time

Weight & Force

Lifting and carrying requirements

• Up to 10 pounds: under 1/3 of the time

Travel Requirements

• N/A

JOB INFORMATION

Approved Date:

9/1/2025

Established Date:

5/1/2005

Title Code:

C21859

Title:

SPECIALIST: INTERVENTION BEHAVIORAL

Alternate Title:

Specialist: Behavioral Intervention

Reports to Generic:

Principal

Division:

Academics

Business Unit:

Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment

Negotiated Agreement:

Teachers Association of Anne Arundel County (TAAAC)

HR JOB INFORMATION

Unit:

I

Days Worked:

191

FLSA Exemption Status:

Exempt

Grade:

TG01;TG02;TG03;TG04;TG10;TG05;TG06;TG07

Months Worked:

10

Hours Worked:

7.5

Job Family:

Educational Services

Sub-Function:

Teacher Specialist

Welcome to ATX Learning

Anne Arundel County Public Schools (AACPS) provides a challenging and rewarding educational experience for every child. We offer a comprehensive system-wide multicultural curriculum from kindergarten through 12th grade. At every level, the focus is on success for every student. Quality instruction, combined with teacher commitment, provides excellence in our instructional programs. Explore career opportunities with a progressive school system dedicated to providing the very best services to our students, our educators, and our community.

Located on the magnificent Chesapeake Bay, Anne Arundel County is conveniently located near the cities of Baltimore and Washington, D.C., and is home to the state capitol, Annapolis, which has a rich historical past. Notable landmarks include the United State Naval Academy, Fort George G. Meade, the National Security Agency, and Baltimore Washington International Airport. The county encompasses urban, suburban, and rural areas, with 432 miles of tidal shoreline. Fine dining, state parks, major cultural attractions, the best in entertainment and professional sports are within easy access to our central location.