Behavior Intervention Specialist

Behavior Intervention Specialist
Virginia Beach City Public Schools

Under the leadership of the Department of Teaching and Learning, the position collaborates with teachers, parents, administrators, and school personnel to address student behavior; supports schools in collecting and using behavioral data effectively; assists with developing effective behavior plans; and supports professional development on classroom management, behavior strategies, and interventions.

• Provide support to teachers and school teams with building capacity to meet the needs of a variety of students in both general education and special education environments.
• Provide professional development for school staff in the design and implementation of research‑based behavioral strategies.
• Consult with teachers on classroom management strategies, classroom design/set‑up, and classroom practices.
• Work collaboratively with school social workers to provide training opportunities for parents bridging the home and school environments.
• Support teachers and school teams with conducting functional behavioral assessments when needed.
• Support teachers and school teams with developing, monitoring, and adjusting effective behavior intervention plans to address a variety of student behaviors.
• Help school teams collect and use behavioral data on the school, classroom, and student levels to develop tiered systems of support addressing student behavior.
• Support the IEP and Section 504 teams in developing effective goals, strategies, accommodations, and behavior intervention plans for students with disabilities and behavioral needs.
• Support the Student Response Team (SRT) process by helping school teams develop methods for collecting behavioral data and determining effective interventions.
• Provide school teams with student crisis intervention support.
• Perform related work as required.

• Extensive knowledge of effective instruction and positive behavioral interventions, supports, and strategies.

• Firm understanding of social, emotional, and behavioral issues.

• Ability to use technology effectively for instruction, research, record‑keeping, and communications (Internet research, MS Office, educational software).

• Ability to work on multiple projects, meet deadlines, and exercise initiative and sound judgment.

• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.

Required:

Qualified candidates must meet one of the following pathways:

• Master’s degree in a student support field (e.g., psychology, social work, school counseling, special education), completed an Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) program or evidence of enrollment in an ABA program, and eligibility for one of the following credentials:
  Pupil Personnel Services license, full teacher license, or Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) certification.
• Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) considered if the candidate also holds a master’s degree in a student support field and has completed an ABA program.
• Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board and experience working with PK‑12 students.

Use of sensory skills is required for communication and interaction. Frequent sitting, walking, bending, grasping, repetition, and reaching. Occasional standing and stooping. Ability to lift up to 20 pounds. Requires timely adherence to established work schedules.

Possession of a valid driver’s license.
Regular and reliable attendance is essential.

Please see the Job Posting Link for a complete job description. External applicants create an account and apply online; internal applicants follow transfer application instructions.

Hourly rate range: $40.18–$58.61. Salary based on creditable years of full‑time experience. Benefits include health insurance, paid life insurance, paid sick/annual leave, tuition reimbursement, professional development, and membership in the Virginia Retirement System.