Behavior Interventionist-SPED

Behavior Interventionist

The Behavior Interventionist is responsible for facilitating the positive growth, development, and success of students by applying evidence-based practices in behavior support, social-emotional learning, and crisis prevention and response. This position collaborates closely with school teams, families, and community partners to design, implement, and monitor proactive, data-driven behavior support systems that promote safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environments. The Behavior Interventionist supports both individual students and classroom-wide systems, with particular focus on students with social, emotional, and behavioral needs who are eligible for special education services.

Essential Functions

• Collaboration and Systems-Level Support
• Classroom and Program Support
• Individual Student Support and Crisis Planning
• Special Education, IEP, SEL, and Data Support
• Professional Collaboration and Conduct

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in special education, psychology, social work, counseling, behavior analysis, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated experience working in schools or related settings supporting students with social, emotional, and behavioral needs, including experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of evidence-based behavior supports, including Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS), trauma-informed practices, restorative practices, and de-escalation strategies.
• Knowledge of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) and the ability to collaborate with school teams to design and implement tiered behavior supports.
• Knowledge of Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) and ability to support, write, and present these as part of the IEP process.
• Knowledge of behavior and SEL data collection systems, including ability to coach teams on data collection, progress monitoring, and data-based decision making.
• Strong organizational and collaborative leadership skills, including the ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders and manage complex student support plans.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, staff, parents and volunteers in a diverse environment.
• Excellent writing and editing skills, including the ability to write appropriately for multiple audiences and purposes. Skill in public speaking and making presentations.
• Demonstrated ability to provide adult-focused training and professional development that leads to improved practice.
• Ability to assess training needs and make recommendations.
• Ability to provide instructive direction in a clear and concise manner.
• Ability to be flexible and open to new ideas, to coordinate multiple activities simultaneously, to work effectively under pressure, maintain a high level of productivity, and exercise independent judgment.
• Ability to multi-task, work in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge and ability to use the following office equipment, computer, telephone, copier, fax and calculator.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to take initiative and work independently.
• Knowledge of diverse, socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds of the community's citizens
• Ability to exercise sound decision making skills.

• Current Washington State Teaching Certificate with Special Education endorsement and/or ESA certificate in the related field
• Must have a valid Washington State driver's license and proof of insurance.
• Must be able to obtain access to Joint Base Lewis-McChord in compliance with the REAL .

Desirable Qualifications

• Master's degree in education or related field (Math, Science, Engineering or Technology.
• Demonstrated experience supporting or leading behavior support, crisis prevention, or MTSS-aligned initiatives.
• Previous experience working with or knowledge of the Department of Defense Education Activity
• Experience working with students with intensive social, emotional, or behavioral needs in school settings.
• Master's Degree in education, special education, counseling, social work, school psychology, or a related field.
• ESA Certificate (school counselor, behavior analyst, school social worker, or related endorsement), or eligibility to obtain one

Working Conditions

Work is performed in a regular office and school environments. Travel to and between school sites is necessary. Must be able to use fingers, hands, and arms, and to listen carefully and focus while filtering out normal office noise. The ability to speak and see clearly; sit or stand for prolonged periods of time; lift 35 pounds; and bend, twist, walk, and reach requiring ordinary physical effort are all required.

Expected to attend evening meetings. Required to travel to various school and community sites May involve negotiating steps, ramps, uneven surfaces, and going outdoors in all types of weather to reach classrooms or other buildings. Tolerance of occasional loud noises and ability to sit and/or stand for prolonged…