Description 

Cedar Springs Public Schools is in need of an elementary Behavior Interventionists starting with the 2024-2025 school year. The assignments are at Cedar Trails, Beach, and Cedar View Elementary. We are excited to engage with quality candidates that are friendly, organized, self-motivated problem solvers and enjoy working in a team environment meeting the individual needs of students through our MTSS structure. 

Overview:  The Behavior Interventionist will collaborate with building administration, teaching and support staff to provide support to students, first seeking to de-escalate any conflict through the use to strategies from CPI, PBIS and other research developed and approved techniques. The Interventionist will use data in a team approach to determine the best plans for individual students as part of a team approach.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Valid Michigan teaching certificate preferred - but not required
• Minimum qualification: 
• Earned 60 semester credit hours from an institution of higher education, or 
• Earned an Associate’s degree or higher, or 
• Successfully complete an approved formal assessment 
• Restorative Practice training preferred - but not required
• CPI training preferred - but not required
• Trauma-informed training, preferred - but not required
• Understanding of behavioral characteristics associated with behavior disorders 
• Experience with providing guidance, motivating, and/or mentoring students required 
• Experience and knowledge of quality instruction and classroom management 
• Establishes positive relationships with students, parents, and school personnel 
• Ability to communicate well at various levels with students, parents, and school personnel 
• Evidence of a positive attitude and human relation skills 
• Evidence of high standards of ethics, honesty, and integrity in personal and professional matters 
• High level of flexibility 
• Strong work ethic 

REPORTS TO: Building Principal

START DATE: August 19, 2024

SCHEDULE: Approximately 6.75 hours per day as determined by the building principal

SALARY RANGE: 

Certified Teacher ($20.81-$22.72) 

Non-certified ($19.27-$21.03) 

WORK SCHEDULE: 6.75 hours/day (School Calendar) 

WHO ARE WE? 

Cedar Springs Public Schools is a Preschool through 12th-grade public school consisting of over 3,000 students and nearly 400 employees. We are located within the city limits of Cedar Springs, Michigan in Kent County. Cedar Springs Public Schools is one of 20 member public school districts within the Kent Intermediate School District (KISD). We are unique in that our schools are all located within a single campus setting with the exception of the Middle School which is located 1 mile south of the main campus. The setting is secure, picturesque, and allows easy access for families participating in activities for more than one child. Our exemplary educational system is a result of the collaborative efforts of parents, students, school and community. Together, we are providing opportunities for students to reach their full potential by providing a well-rounded educational experience. WE are RED HAWKS! 

DISTRIBUTION: Internal / External 

APPLICATIONS: Submit an application, cover letter and resume by clicking here. No hard copies will be accepted.