25-26 Behavior Implementation Interventionist - Stella Middle Charter Academy (Immediate Opening)

Behavior Intervention Implementation (BII) 2025 -26

SALARY RANGE: $20 -$25 an hour, dependent on experience 

HOURS: M-F between 7:30am and 4:30pm

REPORTS TO: School Principal, Administration Team, BID

Who We Are: 

Bright Star Schools is a free, publicly funded and open enrollment non-profit organization with seven public charters in urban Los Angeles. Across all of our Bright Star sites, over 90% of our students are eligible for free and reduced lunch. 

Our mission is to provide holistic, inclusive support for all students to achieve academic excellence and grow their unique talents so that they find joy in higher education, career, and life. Bright Star students will become leaders who act with integrity and champion equity to enrich our communities and the world. The framework to our success is our core operating principles, which are Integridad, Ubuntu, Kohyang (고향), and Growth. 

Our educators join a family that is passionate and committed to developing all students to become well-rounded citizens. We offer small class sizes, comprehensive teacher support, and numerous collaboration opportunities across the organization and within school sites. We strongly believe in the teacher voice, and we work to increase teaching practice and effectiveness through our data-driven and feedback-derived professional development.  

Bright Star Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, pregnancy, or veteran status. 

SUMMARY OF ROLE

The Behavior Intervention Implementation (BII) Specialist provides targeted behavioral support to students, ensuring a safe and productive learning environment. This role collaborates with case managers, teachers, administrators, school psychologists, and the Behavior Intervention Development (BID) Specialist to analyze progress, communicate updates, and support students in meeting their Individualized Education Plan (IEP) goals. The BII Specialist implements and monitors Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), reinforces appropriate behaviors, and tracks prescribed BII services. By addressing the behavioral and social-emotional needs of students with disabilities, the BII Specialist helps create a supportive school environment that fosters student success.

What You’ll Do

Essential duties and responsibilities  include the following, as well as, other duties and responsibilities that may be assigned. 

• Collaborate with case managers, BID providers, psychologists, teachers, administrators, and other partners to implement the student’s IEP and BIP with fidelity.
• Implement, monitor, and document Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), including behavior logs and Welligent entries, using approved strategies to reinforce positive behaviors and provide social-emotional support.
• Supervise the assigned student throughout the day, ensure safety, and intervene or de-escalate as needed using crisis prevention strategies.
• Support student independence and social-emotional development while ensuring accommodations and supports outlined in the IEP/BIP are consistently provided.
• Communicate regularly with the student’s BID provider, case manager, and school staff about progress, needs, and observations across school settings.
• Participate in required training, professional development, and report drafting to stay aligned with best practices and compliance requirements.

What You’ll Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent required; AA degree or higher preferred, with coursework in child development, education, or psychology desirable (verification required).
• 1–2 years of experience working with school-age children, including students with disabilities, and experience as an Education/Instructional Assistant or similar role.
• Training and experience in behavior intervention techniques, including ABA-based strategies; ability and willingness to obtain/maintain Crisis Prevention & De-escalation certification (e.g., Safety Care, CPI).
• Ability to observe, track, and report behavioral and academic data using basic record-keeping procedures; familiarity with Special Education compliance expectations.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills; ability to remain calm under stress, follow directions, maintain confidentiality, and collaborate effectively with staff and families.
• Capacity to meet the physical demands of the role (e.g., kneeling, bending, extended standing/sitting) and operate standard office/classroom equipment while completing tasks reliably and on time.

What We Offer: 

Salary: $20 -$25 an hour, dependent on experience 

Hours: M-F 7:30 - 4:30

Please note:

Effective January 1, 2025: Under Education Code section 44939.5, you must provide a complete list of all prior employment with any school district, county office of education, charter school, or state special school, including part-time and substitute roles. You can provide your complete prior employment history within the work experience section of the application.  Failure to disclose this information may be considered dishonesty in the hiring process or during employment.

What You’ll Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent required; AA degree or higher preferred, with coursework in child development, education, or psychology desirable (verification required).
• 1–2 years of experience working with school-age children, including students with disabilities, and experience as an Education/Instructional Assistant or similar role.
• Training and experience in behavior intervention techniques, including ABA-based strategies; ability and willingness to obtain/maintain Crisis Prevention & De-escalation certification (e.g., Safety Care, CPI).
• Ability to observe, track, and report behavioral and academic data using basic record-keeping procedures; familiarity with Special Education compliance expectations.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills; ability to remain calm under stress, follow directions, maintain confidentiality, and collaborate effectively with staff and families.
• Capacity to meet the physical demands of the role (e.g., kneeling, bending, extended standing/sitting) and operate standard office/classroom equipment while completing tasks reliably and on time.

Salary : $22 - $25