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.
Olivet Community Schools is an equal opportunity employer. Our Vision: Students become responsible citizens empowered to reach their fullest potential Our Mission: Challenging academics and diverse opportunities in a safe and supportive environment