Behavioral Interventionist - Olivet Middle School (Grades 4-8)

Reports to: Building Principals
Schedule: School year (approximately August - June), schedule to be determined by Building Principal
Compensation: Annual Individual Contract, $40,000 - $50,000 salary range commensurate with experience

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in education, psychology, social work, special education, behavioral sciences, or a related field from an accredited college or university required.
Experience working with students demonstrating significant social, emotional, or behavioral needs in an educational setting preferred.
Demonstrated understanding of Multi Tiered Systems of Supports (MTSS), Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS), restorative practices, and evidence based behavioral interventions.
Experience implementing and monitoring Tier 2 and Tier 3 behavioral interventions preferred.
Knowledge of Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs), Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), Check In/Check Out (CICO), behavior goal setting, and behavioral progress monitoring.
Training or certification in district approved crisis prevention, de-escalation, and safety practices preferred.
Demonstrated ability to analyze behavioral data and use data to identify patterns, determine student needs, and evaluate intervention effectiveness.
Ability to establish appropriate relationships with students while maintaining clear expectations, boundaries, accountability, and consistency.
Strong interpersonal, problem solving, conflict resolution, and communication skills.
Ability to remain calm, objective, and professional when responding to challenging or escalating student behavior.
Leadership style that fosters collaboration, consistency, open communication, and trust.
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with students, families, staff, administrators, and community partners.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive student information with professionalism and discretion.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple student needs, interventions, meetings, and documentation requirements.

Skills & Position Requirements:

Serve as a building-level support for students experiencing repeated, significant, or escalating behavioral concerns.
Coordinate and monitor Tier 2 and Tier 3 behavioral interventions within the MTSS framework.
Implement interventions such as Check-In/Check-Out, Check & Connect, behavior contracts, goal setting, targeted skill groups, and individualized support plans.
Assist with the development, implementation, and monitoring of FBAs and BIPs.
Collect and analyze behavioral data to identify patterns, evaluate interventions, and guide decision-making.
Provide direct instruction and coaching in self-regulation, emotional regulation, conflict resolution, problem-solving, coping strategies, and replacement behaviors.
Support behavioral de-escalation and crisis response using district-approved practices.
Facilitate restorative conversations, problem-solving meetings, and student reentry following significant behavioral incidents.
Collaborate with administrators regarding student discipline, behavioral expectations, and intervention planning.
Work with teachers and support staff to implement consistent behavioral strategies and interventions.
Communicate with families regarding behavioral concerns, interventions, and student progress.
Participate in building MTSS, PBIS, and student support teams.
Maintain accurate documentation of behavioral interventions, student contacts, parent communication, and progress monitoring.
Support proactive, schoolwide behavioral practices and help identify trends through behavioral data.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Building Principal(s).
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Application Deadline: October 27, 2026 by 3:00 pm, or until filled.

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OMS 4-8 Behavioral Interventionist