Teacher - Behavior Interventionist - 20274703

Clover Park School District • Lakewood, WA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in education, 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
• 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 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 ID Act.

Nice To Haves

• 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

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with school teams to develop, implement, and monitor evidence-based positive behavior supports within a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) framework.
• Partners with administrators, teachers, and student support staff to strengthen proactive, preventative, and restorative practices across classroom and school settings.
• Supports and partners with special education teachers and staff to design and implement classroom-wide positive behavior systems that meet the social, emotional, and behavioral needs of students.
• Provides coaching, modeling, and consultation to staff on effective behavior management strategies, de-escalation techniques, and trauma-informed practices.
• Collaborates with school teams to develop and implement individualized crisis response and safety plans for students experiencing challenging behaviors.
• Supports proactive planning to reduce risk, prevent escalation, and ensure student and staff safety.
• Coaches and monitors implementation of behavior plans, SEL practices, and data systems, providing feedback and ongoing support to ensure fidelity and effectiveness.
• Supports data collection, progress monitoring, and ongoing refinement of behavior plans based on student response and team collaboration.
• Partners with families to build shared understanding of student needs and to align home and school behavior supports.
• Collaborates with outside service providers, community agencies, and inter-agency partners to create coordinated and robust behavior support systems for students.
• Collaborates and/or facilitates IEP meetings as appropriate, contributing expertise related to behavior, social-emotional learning, and crisis planning.
• Partners with school teams to conduct, write, and present Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) as part of the IEP process for students eligible for special education.
• Demonstrates knowledge of district-approved Social Emotional Learning (SEL) curricula and frameworks, and provides training, coaching, and professional development to teams to support effective implementation.
• Demonstrates knowledge of district data collection systems related to behavior, SEL, and progress monitoring; supports teams in selecting appropriate measures, collecting data with fidelity, and interpreting data to inform decision-making.
• Interacts positively and professionally with students, colleagues, administrators, families, and community members.
• Engages in ongoing professional learning related to behavior support, trauma-informed practices, de-escalation, special education and equity-based approaches.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Teaching and Learning and DoDEA grant program manager.

Benefits

• medical, dental, vision, long term disability and basic life insurance benefits
• Washington State Healthcare Authority under the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB)
• Washington State Department of Retirement Systems Plan
• tax deferred 403(b) and 457 Deferred Compensation Plans (DCP)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level