Behavior Interventionist | Elementary School | BTWA ES

Elevate Charter Schools•New Haven, CT

4d•$40,000 - $50,000•Onsite

About The Position

Booker T. Washington Academy Elementary (BTWA ES) campus is seeking a full-time Behavioral Interventionist (BI) to join our inclusive, equity-centered team. As our BI at BTWA ES, you will work closely with the school leadership team and staff to help design and implement targeted behavior supports and interventions that foster positive student outcomes, both academically and socially. You will also serve as the point person for crisis-intervention and acute discipline issues, ensuring timely, restorative responses. You’ll collaborate with teachers, families, and external partners to create data-driven behavior plans, lead restorative practices, and build a school-wide culture where every scholar feels safe, respected, and motivated to learn. This hands-on role offers the chance to innovate, advocate, and refine systems that support K–4 students in developing self-regulation, social skills, and resilience.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in education or special education, psychology, social work, or a related field is required.
Minimum of 2 years’ experience implementing behavior interventions in an elementary school, or comparable, setting
Demonstrated expertise in conducting FBAs, developing BIPs, and using data to drive decision-making relating to behavior intervention and support initiatives.
Preventive Management Training (PMT) certification or willingness to obtain
Demonstrated commitment to educational equity, youth development, social-emotional learning, restorative practices, and culturally responsive pedagogy
Ability to create a school/class environment in which students feel safe, supported and challenged to engage deeply in meaningful work
A strong sense of reflection and personal accountability for student growth, achievement and experience.
Deep alignment with the mission and values of ECS and BTWA, including a resolute and unshakable belief in the potential of every student to learn, grow and achieve at a high level.

Nice To Haves

3+ years of special education experience in urban or charter school settings
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) certification or BCBA credential
Experience in urban or charter school environments
Familiarity with Connecticut PBIS frameworks and compliance requirements
Background in adult/teacher coaching and support and/or delivering professional development on behavior strategies to adult learners

Responsibilities

Conducting functional behavior assessments (FBAs) and develop individualized Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) aligned with scholars’ needs
Providing direct, small-group and one-on-one behavioral support to students with chronic or acute behavior challenges
Serving as the primary crisis-intervention specialist for acute behavioral issues
Leading and convening the school-wide Behavior Support Team (BST) and participate in the SEL Team
Collaborating with classroom teachers and school leaders to implement planning and execution strategies that integrate positive behavior interventions and supports (PBIS)
Modeling and coaching evidence-based behavior management techniques for staff during classroom observations and coaching cycles
Collecting, analyzing, and reporting behavior data—tracking office referrals, in-school suspensions, bus behavior incidents, and attendance—to inform instructional adjustments and stakeholder communication
Facilitating restorative circles, conflict resolution sessions, peer mediation, and social-emotional learning workshops for scholars and staff
Partnering with families, school counselors/social workers, and external service providers to ensure consistency across home and school environments
Ensuring that hallways, common areas, and bus pick-up/drop-off zones reinforce safe and positive school culture
Maintaining a highly visible presence by proactively circulating through classrooms, hallways, and communal spaces to support students and staff