Interventionist (2026-2027)
About The Position
The Interventionist supports the school’s behavior management system at Knoles Elementary School for the 2026–2027 school year. The role processes behavior referrals, documents Tier 1 and Tier 2 interactions, and guides students through restorative conversations. The Interventionist also provides scheduled breaks and regular check-ins, reinforces positive behavior and work habits in classrooms, and responds calmly to crisis situations to help maintain student and staff safety. The position monitors students experiencing chronic absenteeism or tardiness and coordinates with the attendance team as needed. The role builds positive relationships with students and provides individual behavioral and emotional support. It conducts initial referral investigations, gathers statements, completes reflection forms, communicates outcomes to teachers, and assists the Principal with Tier 3 situations when needed. The Interventionist may support structured recess activities, attend meetings about repeated behavior and interventions as schedule allows, and contribute to classroom and school safety. The position works in indoor classroom and outdoor playground settings, interacts with students, families, staff, and the public, and uses instructional and office equipment, including computers and video projectors. Offers of employment are contingent upon funding.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
- Patience, empathy, and a genuine interest in helping students succeed.
- Basic knowledge of classroom management techniques.
- Flexibility to adapt to students’ and classroom needs.
- Must pass a background check.
Nice To Haves
- Additional education in education or child development.
- Previous experience working with children in an educational setting.
Responsibilities
- Greet and check in with students daily to build rapport and foster positive relationships.
- Provide one-on-one check-ins and support for students needing behavioral or emotional assistance.
- Implement reward systems consistently according to individual behavior plans.
- Document all Tier 1 and Tier 2 interactions in the tracking spreadsheet.
- Conduct initial investigations of behavior referrals, gather statements from students and staff, and complete reflection forms.
- Guide students through restorative processes and communicate outcomes to relevant teachers.
- Assist the Principal with Tier 3 behavior situations as needed and report higher-level referrals to the Principal and school counselor.
- Support students requiring additional behavioral intervention and assist the crisis team when a student is in crisis.
- Attend meetings, as schedule allows, concerning repeated behavior patterns and related interventions.
- Lead structured recess activities when possible and support students navigating social situations.
- Monitor students with chronic absenteeism or tardiness and coordinate with the attendance team as needed.
- Push into classrooms to reinforce positive work habits and behavior expectations.
- Provide students with scheduled breaks as needed and conduct regular check-ins to support social-emotional needs.
- Help ensure student and staff safety by responding promptly and calmly to crisis situations.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
