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SUMMARY

The Behavior Intervention Specialist will support students in the areas of academic, social-emotional, and behavioral needs. Works in collaboration with Teachers, Counselors, Psychologist, Administration, and MTSS team to assess, monitor, and collect data on students with significant behavior issues in order to devise an appropriate behavior plan. Train staff on the implementation and evaluate the effectiveness of the behavior plan. Understand and appreciate diversity. Work collaboratively with a team to support student safety and further the work of the Unitary Status Plan in the fair and equitable treatment of students in schools. Demonstrate commitment to continuous learning.

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Valid Arizona Teaching Certificate
Knowledge or training in behavior management techniques
Verbal & written communication skills in English and a demonstrated ability to read and comprehend written/graphic and oral instructions.

REQUIREMENTS PRIOR TO START DATE

Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
Proof of immunity to rubeola (measles) and rubella (German measles), or proof of MMR immunization.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

Valid Arizona Special Education Teaching Certificate.
Three (3) years teaching experience
Demonstrated success in engaging African American and Latino students.
Bilingual (Spanish) endorsement.
Knowledge of the implementation of the Response to Intervention for academics, social-emotional, and behavior and the ability to communicate this process with staff.
Knowledge of Restorative Practice and Positive Behavior Intervention Supports (PBIS).

COMMENTS
Effective: 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR
Location: Exceptional Education Department - Sites vary
FTE: 1.0 – 7.5 hours per day
Work Calendar: 9.5 month

Positions less than 30 hours per week are not eligible for district benefits.

Salary will be prorated if the start date is after the first day of the work calendar for the position.

Internal candidates will transfer at a rate commensurate with their bargaining unit language. For more information on salary schedule, please reference the Employee Agreements Webpage.

Tucson Unified School District is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination based on disability, race, color, religion/religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or national origin.

Ex Ed Behavior Intervention Specialist (Effective 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR)