Student Intervention Specialist - Superstition High School

Mesa-Public-Schools---A; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick leave

Holiday pay

Health insurance

Retirement match

Performance pay

Experience credit

Education credit

Job summary

Mesa Public Schools invites applications for a Student Intervention Specialist at Superstition High School in Mesa, AZ. This on-site role focuses on safety, student well-being, and behavior management to support inclusive education.

The position is full-time (35 hours/week) with a base hourly rate of 19.89 USD and a calendar of 9.25 months. Strong collaboration with staff and responsive incident handling are essential.

Qualifications

• Requires High School diploma or GED.
• Experience working with students preferred.
• Ability to manage behavior and support inclusive environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in non-crisis or physical intervention during de-escalation.
• Monitor and document student behavior in various settings.
• Support students with personal care needs as required.
• Assist with student supervision and transitions throughout the day.
• Collaborate with staff to improve strategies and student support.
• Submit oral and written reports as required.

Skills

Communication

Special needs experience

Mobility and stamina

Behavior management

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Student Intervention Specialist - Superstition High School

Mesa USD 4 Superstition High - Mesa, Arizona Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5919060

Application Deadline: Oct 02, 2026 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time)

Posted: Sep 09, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

• Forbes named Mesa Public Schools in their list of Best Employers in Arizonafor multiple years.
• East Valley Tribune names Mesa Public Schools as Best Place to Work in East Valley for multiple years.

Employment Type: Full-time (35 hours per week)

Base Hourly:

$19.89

Class/Calendar:

B21, 9.25 months

Benefits and Pay

• Sick leave, holidays, retirement matched through the Arizona State Retirement System, health, and life insurance
• Performance Pay: Available annually
• New Hire Experience: 1% of the base hourly rate granted for each year of verified like experience (within ten years) beyond the requirement, up to aten-year maximum
• New Hire Education: 1% of the base hourly rate awarded for an AA or higher degree if not required for the position

Job Summary:

To support the safety, well-being, and success of students by assisting with behavior management and de-escalation strategies; to resolve behavior concerns and determine appropriate response; to observe and document student behavior; and to collaborate with staff to maintain a supportive and inclusive educational environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in non-crisis or physical intervention or restraint during de-escalation of students
• Monitor, observe and document behavior of students in seclusion or reset room
• May be required to assist students who need support in addressing personal care needs due to a severe medical condition and/or physical limitations (i.e. toileting, feeding, dressing suctioning, etc) to ensure their functioning in a school environment
• Transfer and/or lift students to assist them in the performance of their daily activities
• Identify students and non-students who are in violation of school rules or state laws and report to the appropriate authorities
• Assist with student supervision and transitions throughout the school day and in various school settings to promote safety, engagement, and appropriate behavior.
• Assist bus driver with bus security and discipline problems; ride school bus as needed
• Identify students and non-students who are in violation of school rules or state laws and report to the appropriate authorities
• Serve as witness in a disciplinary due process hearing or court case as required
• Participate in meetings to share information and observations, collaborate with team members, and improve strategies, skills, and knowledge for student support
• Submit oral and written reports to school/district as required
• Ability to work over contractual hours when needed
• Regular and on-time attendance required
• Assists with other assigned duties as appropriate to the area of assignment and Mesa Public Schools

Required Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous work with students
• Previous work in security

Skills & Competencies:

• Models the attributes and skills of the MPS Portrait of a Graduate
• Demonstrates commitment to the MPS Promise that every student is known by name, served by strength and need, and graduates ready for college, career and community
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, staff, parents and public; good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability and willingness to work with special needs students
• Ability to stand or walk for long periods of time

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

• Work is primarily on-site at schools (elementary, middle, or high schools)
• Constant movement between locations
• Responding quickly to incidents, emergencies, or behavioral issues
• May deal with confrontations, disciplinary issues, or safety threats
• Requires maintaining composure and professionalism under pressure
• Patrolling large campuses or responding to incidents quickly
• Occasionally lifting or restraining students (if trained and necessary).
• May need to lift up to 120lbs

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

Mesa Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding equal employment opportunity and anti-discrimination. The District strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Applicants and employees may contact Human Resources to request reasonable accommodations needed to perform the essential functions of this position.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $19.89 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Heather Jones , Principal
• Superstition High
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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