Student Support; Behavior Interventionist

Job Type:

Full time, non-exempt

Start Date:

Immediately

Compensation:

$20-$33 per hour, approx: $30,400-$50,000 per year

Who We Are:

AXIS is more than a school — we are a community movement preparing students to become the global citizens our world needs. We believe in nurturing bilingualism, academic excellence, and strong character through a multicultural, inclusive environment. Our students are empowered to lead with knowledge, empathy, and purpose in both local and global communities.

Position Description:

The Student Support (Behavior) Interventionist supports students through both responsive behavior intervention and proactive social-emotional programming. This role works closely with school leadership, the student supports team, and classroom staff to help create a safe, supportive, and growth-oriented school environment.

Behavior (70%)

• Respond directly to student behavior incidents and follow AXIS behavior protocols, systems, and response procedures. Participate in the behavior on-call rotation and provide support during behavioral escalations and student crises.
• Develop, implement, and monitor behavior support plans and interventions under the supervision of the Director of Student Support.
• Document incidents, interventions, progress monitoring, and student response data consistently within the school’s behavior tracking systems.
• Maintain Grade Level Behavior-MTSS tracking data sheets by entering information and updating records.
• Participate in grade level meetings to share updates and contribute to collaborative problem solving around behavior patterns and needs.
• Serve as a supportive point of contact for staff regarding daily behavior response, intervention strategies, emotional regulation support, and classroom implementation of behavior plans.
• Provide direct intervention services such as:
  Check-In/Check-Out (CICO), Small group and individual SEL interventions, Emotional regulation and coping skill instruction, Coaching in the use of RULER tools, Restorative and reflective practices
• Other evidence-based behavioral and social-emotional interventions
• Conduct observations and collect behavioral, social-emotional, and regulation-related data to inform Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 supports and intervention planning.
• Help lead SEL intervention groups and contribute to the development and implementation of school wide SEL programming and systems at AXIS.
• Collaborate closely with the Director of Student Support, School Psychologist, Special Education Team, Integrated Services Team, and school leadership to ensure coordinated support for student behavior, regulation, attendance, wellness, and social-emotional development.

Teamwork, Leadership, and Other Duties as assigned (~30%)

• Participate as an active member of the Student Support and MTSS teams.
• Help lead weekly MTSS-S / Student Support meetings in collaboration with leadership.
• Assist and lead in staff training and coaching related to behavior strategies, de-escalation, SEL supports, and AXIS protocols.
• Support school wide systems that promote positive culture, belonging, and student success.
• Check in regularly with a designated Leadership Team member regarding priorities, caseload, and student needs.
• Support additional school needs and duties as assigned by the Leadership Team.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Experience

• At least 2 years of experience in behavior response or intervention with measurable results;
• A Bachelor's degree;
• Eligible to work in the US without visa sponsorship;

Preferred Experience

We welcome candidates from a variety of professional backgrounds, including:

• Registered Behavior Technicians (RBT)
• Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSW)
• School counseling or social work backgrounds
• Mental health or behavioral support roles
• Psychology, education, or youth development backgrounds

Additional preferred experience includes:

• Experience leading SEL interventions or student support programming
• Experience in schools, particularly high-performing, charter, or private school settings
• Experience collaborating within MTSS or multidisciplinary support teams
• Bilingualism or interest in bilingual education
• Leadership experience or experience coaching/training adults

Additional Requirements Include:

• Share a passion for children, for the teaching profession, and for the AXIS mission.
• Model AXIS values - respect, empathy, honesty, integrity, responsibility, perseverance, and cooperation.
• Set high expectations and commit to continuous improvement.
• Must be able to assume postures in low levels to allow physical and visual contact with children, see and hear well enough to keep children safe, and engage in physical activity with children.
• Exhibit excellent communication skills and ability to build strong relationships with students, colleagues, and parents.
• Must be physically able to use a computer with basic proficiency, lift a minimum of 40 pounds, and work indoors or outdoors.
• Believe in synergy, collective impact, and collaboration.
• Display strong organizational,…