SEBH Intervention Specialist

Job Description

Position Type: Full-time

SEBH Intervention Specialist

JOB SUMMARY: The SEBH Intervention Specialist is a key member of the building behavior support team, working in collaboration with Engagement Specialists, Special Education staff, and other stakeholders to implement evidence‑based behavioral strategies. This position plays a critical role in supporting the Multi‑Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) framework, ensuring that students—particularly those receiving special education services—have access to appropriate behavioral and social‑emotional interventions.

The SEBH Intervention Specialist works directly with the Tier 3 team to model, coach, and build staff capacity in addressing the behavioral and social‑emotional needs of students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and 504 Plans. Through structured interventions, coaching, and data‑driven strategies, this role enhances student success, improves classroom environments, and ensures compliance with special education regulations related to behavioral supports.

ORGANIZATIONAL AND REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS: The SEBH Intervention Specialist will report directly to the Building Principal, with additional support and oversight from the Director of Student Services, the Executive Director of Special Education, and the Executive Director of Behavior Supports. This position will maintain a collaborative working relationship with building staff, ELSC staff, community agencies, and special education teams.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Attending all required professional learnings, completing practice activities, and participating in monthly coaching sessions to achieve mastery of identified essential skills.
• Leading Tier 3 systems meetings and individual student meetings, ensuring alignment with IEPs and 504 Plans.
• Reviewing and analyzing student outcome and fidelity data before systems and individual student meetings, ensuring proper documentation in the Tier 3 Tracking Tool and other special education data systems.
• Co‑Developing, Implementing, and Monitoring Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs):
  • Collaborating with Special Education teachers, IEP teams, and other staff to create individualized BIPs based on data from Tier 3 Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs).
  • Assisting in developing Tier 3 BIP fidelity checklists and training staff on proper implementation.
  • Coaching team members on implementing BIPs (Tier 3 and Special Education) as designed and adjusting Tier 3 BIPs through data‑driven decision‑making.
  • Leading the creation and management of a building‑wide monthly BIP fidelity check calendar in collaboration with Special Education teams.
  • Conducting BIP fidelity checks, ensuring compliance with special education laws and best practices.
• Providing Targeted Coaching & Professional Development:
  • Training and coaching staff members to ensure behavior intervention plans (BIPs) and de‑escalation strategies are implemented effectively.
  • Providing additional support when fidelity checks fall below 80%, ensuring necessary adjustments are made.
  • Collaborating with special education teachers, general education teachers, paraprofessionals, and AEA staff to implement strategies that align with students' IEP goals.
  • Serving as a mentor and coach for special education staff, modeling best practices in behavioral interventions.
• Crisis Intervention & De‑escalation Support:
  • Serving as a Safety Care Team member, providing crisis intervention and de‑escalation support as needed.
  • Successfully completing initial and annual Safety Care Certification (SC) standards to ensure the ability to respond to behavioral crises appropriately.
  • Working collaboratively with the Special Education team to support students with significant behavioral needs, ensuring safety and adherence to Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) guidelines.
• Assisting with Other Duties as Assigned:
  • Supporting the school's overall behavior support initiatives, including Restorative Practices, Trauma‑Informed Care, and Positive Behavior Interventions & Supports (PBIS).
  • Participating in ongoing professional development to remain current in special education and behavioral support best practices.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor…