[YEP-DC] Full-Time Behavior Intervention Specialist

Full-Time Regular

 

Job Description

 

Behavior Intervention Specialist

 

Mosaica Education, Inc. is one of the nation’s leading operators of K-12 public schools. Mosaica-managed schools have yielded superior academic results to date by utilizing a unique school design, which combines a proprietary curriculum Paragon®, with state-of-the-art technology.

                                                                               

Mosaica currently serves more than 45,000 students in over 80 elementary and middle school programs in nine states and the District of Columbia.   We are looking for Behavior Intervention Specialist in our schools located in various locations for Howard Road Academy, Washington, DC.

 

Responsibilities:

 

Serve as a filter for all office referrals, and make recommendations to the school CAO on consequences based on the student's history and the school's Code of Civility/Conduct, Student Support Team/504 Coordinator

 

·         Set up and conduct re-entry meetings on students who have been suspended, and as appropriate develop intervention plans involving instruction of expected behaviors.

·         Set up and Conduct Intervention Planning Team meetings as necessary that culminates in the development of intervention plans involving instruction of expected behaviors.

·         Meet with students whose behavior data warrants intervention, to prevent behavior from escalating to where an office referral is warranted, and develop behavior tracking and intervention programs.

·         Track student discipline and report to the director monthly on school climate

·         Serve on IEP teams and assist with Manifestation Determination meetings as necessary.

·         Work with the special education personnel and Regional Director for Behavior and Special Education Programs on issues of student behavior.

·         Assist with/Facilitate Functional Behavioral Assessments as needed.

·         Utilize excellent research and communication skills, including Internet research, MS Word and educational software to support the behavior program.

·         Guide the teacher learning process toward working with student behavior and classroom management in order to better implement the personal learning plans of students.

·         Organize resources effectively to support student learning in the classroom, the school, and the community.

·         Demonstrate exceptional accountability techniques including documentation and student tracking.

·         Work cooperatively with parents and generate parents’ confidence in the teacher and the school community at large.

·         Demonstrate genuine concern for students and teachers in a climate characterized by high personal and student expectations.

·         Promote good citizenship through actions as a positive role model.

·         Provide a school culture based on the principles of firm, fair, and consistent practices, respect for individual students, and development of responsible citizenship.

·         Participate in the development of policies and regulations that affect student development and conditions for success.

·         Use technology effectively for instruction, record keeping and other administrative tasks, and communications.

·         Conduct one-self according to professional, ethical principles.

Required Education/Qualifications:

 

·         Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Social Work, Counseling or related field as required;

·         Experience in implementing or managing systems of positive behavior support in the classroom and consulting using proven methods is strongly preferred

·         Must possess appropriate certification or licensing as required by State law

 

This position may also be called counselor, behavior support specialist, social worker or behavior specialist.

 

Salary is commensurate with experience and includes enrollment incentives.  We offer a comprehensive benefits plan including medical, dental, vision and 401K. 

 

Interested parties should send cover letter and resume to Marva Tutt, mtutt@howardroadacademy.org. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE!