Special Education Academic and Behavioral Intervention Specialist

• Position Type:
  Special Education Support Staff/Support Staff
  
• Date Posted:
  8/31/2026
  
• Location:
  High School

Job Title: Special Education Academic & Behavioral Intervention Specialist

Position Overview

The Academic & Behavioral Intervention Specialist provides targeted instructional and behavioral support to special education students under the direction of certified Special Education Teachers and Student Support Services. Operating at a higher level than a traditional paraprofessional role, this non-certified, hourly position requires the analytical application of Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), specialized academic instruction, data collection, and independent crisis de-escalation to foster student independence and growth.

Employment Details

• Classification: Non-Exempt / Hourly Follows the Support Staff Agreement
• Pay Scale: $31/hr. Mid-Tier Professional (Tiered above Instructional Aide / Paraprofessional)
• Reports To: Building Principal

Key Responsibilities

• Behavioral Support & Intervention: Implement targeted Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) and positive behavior support strategies; utilize training in de-escalation techniques to handle behavioral crises safely and effectively.
• Academic Instruction: Deliver small-group and one-on-one instructional interventions aligned with individualized education programs (IEPs), adapting materials developed by certified special education staff to meet students' unique learning needs.
• Data Collection & Tracking: Continuously monitor and log student behavioral data and intervention outcomes; assist certified teachers in analyzing trends for progress reporting.
• Collaborative Support: Partner with special education teachers and general education staff to ensure consistent implementation of accommodations across environments.
• Student Independence: Guide and prompt students in self-regulation, organizational skills, and social-emotional growth, fading support systematically to promote autonomy.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree or experience with intense academic or behavioral interventions with students.
• Experience: Minimum of 1�2 years working with individuals with diverse learning, developmental, or behavioral needs in an educational or therapeutic setting preferred.
• Certifications: Crisis Intervention / De-escalation certification (e.g., CPI or Safety-Care) preferred or obtainable upon hire.

Key Competencies

• Strong knowledge of behavior modification strategies and child development
• Ability to remain calm, patient, and objective during high-stress situations
• Clear written and verbal communication for accurate data reporting and team collaboration

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