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Start Your Online Application Now 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 EEOC Byron Public Schools uses the applicant tracking system from Frontline Education to manage employment applications online