Regulation Strategist

Behavioral Intervention Specialist

The Davenport Community School District is an EEO/AA employer. Minimum Salary: $23.94

Start Date:

2026-27 School Year

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Support universal tier of behavior intervention modality for all students
• Accessible to support all students in real time as needs arise
• Act in a trauma responsive manner for students in crisis utilizing specifically trained skills of de-escalation and co-regulation
• Gain student insight through intervention implementation to provide students new perspectives and tools through a cognitive behavioral approach
• Possess a deep knowledge of behavior and brain development, as well as psychological development in order to respond productively to student needs
• Collaborate with classroom teachers and other staff to ensure transfer and generalization of new skills
• Communicate with building leaders, mental health professionals, and Student Intervention Team members regarding student needs gained through application of brain-based, trauma responsive interventions to inform student intervention plans
• Exhibit a positive attitude and provide support and general guidance in order to maintain a climate that fosters a safe and caring environment and connection to school
• Meet regularly with the Student Intervention Team and Building Leadership
• Participate in required in-service meetings, workshops/seminars, as well as ongoing training in the summer months, etc.
• Create a positive relationship with all stakeholders and students and ensure the interaction they have with the district is an effective and satisfying experience
• Follows district policy in maintaining private student data and confidentiality for all student and staff information
• Participate in ongoing district collaborative teaming with Behavioral Strategists to engage in continuous improvement
• Other duties as assigned by the building administrator

Physical Requirements of Position:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to - sit, stand, speak, hear, see, and walk to carry out routine duties
• Must be able to occasionally lift, move, or push items of 50 lbs. such as assisting children or moving/rearranging furniture
• Must be able to supervise students in all types of weather
• Meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff
• Must be able to implement Crisis Prevention Intervention strategies, including appropriate physical restraint procedures and escorting

Work Environment:

• Noise level is quiet to loud
• Work may be indoors and/or outdoors
• Work may be in non-air-conditioned rooms
• Substance-free environment
• Fast-paced atmosphere with constant contact with students, staff, or the public
• Direct responsibility for the safety, well-being, and work output of student

Special Qualification Desired:

• Successful candidate must possess strong interpersonal skills with a proven record of building rapport with culturally diverse students to ensure each child reaches his/her full potential
• Provide a variety of suggestions for working with students across settings
• Maintain flexibility in day-to-day interactions with staff and students
• Maintain confidentiality of information regarding students
• Awareness of district requirements and Board of Education policies
• Consistent and reliable attendance is required
• Skilled, understands, or willing to be trained in Multi-tiered System of Supports
• Knowledgeable and/or willing to be trained in functions of behavior
• Willing to be trained in brain-based, trauma responsive practices
• CPI trained or willingness to gain CPI certification