Behavior Interventionist - CVSD Intensive Support Team K-8; ATLAS Program

Behavior Interventionist - CVSD Intensive Support Team K-8 (ATLAS Program, up to 2 positions)

Starting Date: Aug 10, 2026

Location: Champlain Valley School District

The Champlain Valley School District (CVSD) is seeking a full‑time, energetic professional to join our district‑wide Intensive Support Team (ATLAS) as a Behavior Interventionist for the  school year.

ATLAS is a specialized program serving students with significant social‑emotional and behavioral needs. We are looking for a highly skilled, caring individual with expertise in social, emotional, and behavioral skill‑building to join our cohort of specialists.

In this role, the Behavior Interventionist provides 1:1 behavioral support and programming for individual students and/or small groups with significant needs, including students with severe emotional disabilities. You will work under the direction of licensed professionals to ensure a therapeutic and supportive educational environment.

• Directing and adjusting elements of student instructional and behavioral plans.
• Fostering student independence to ensure full participation in all school activities.
• Collecting and interpreting data to track student progress and inform programming.
• Integrating instructional, behavioral, and communication interventions directly into the classroom setting.
• Ensuring safety by assisting students physically as required by their plans; this includes restrictive behavior interventions in accordance with established protocols.
• Collaborating with professional staff and participating in student team meetings.
• Providing comprehensive support, which may include assisting students with personal care and supporting them during the bus ride to and from school.

• Strong interpersonal skills with a proven ability to build deep rapport and trust with students and school teams.
• Foundational knowledge of Trauma‑Informed Practices, Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS), and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
• Poise and resilience when navigating complex behavioral situations.
• A bachelor’s degree in education or a related discipline (preferred).
• A commitment to growth and a desire to gain experience in behavioral programming and therapeutic support within a school setting.

As a member of the ATLAS team, you will receive high‑level professional exposure and develop confidence in the field of intensive behavioral intervention.

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Please apply via School Spring with a letter of interest, resume, and three current letters of reference. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits package based upon qualifications, education, and experience. More information about CVSD can be found on our district website.

CVSD is an equal‑opportunity employer and is committed to ensuring that all of our students achieve our mission—which means we are also committed to developing a faculty and staff that represents the inclusive, welcoming environment we seek to develop for students and families.