At-Risk Student Interventionist – Behavioral Support

Job Title:  At-Risk Student Interventionist – Behavioral Support

The At-Risk Student Interventionist provides direct intervention and support services to students experiencing academic, behavioral, or social-emotional challenges that impact school success.  This role emphasizes early identification, prevention, behavioral intervention, and intensive case management for vulnerable student populations through data-driven decision-making, evidence-based interventions, and collaboration with families and school teams.

Department:  Special Education

Education Level and Certification: 

• Bachelor’s degree in education, school psychology, counseling, social work, or related field; master’s degree preferred.
• Training in de-escalation, crisis intervention, and behavioral management strategies.
• Knowledge of MTSS/RTI frameworks, trauma-informed practices, and Nebraska special education regulations.
• Experience working with at-risk populations, including students experiencing poverty, homelessness, foster care, chronic absenteeism, or behavioral challenges.
• Strong skills in data collection, progress monitoring, and relationship-building with diverse students and families.

Essential Responsibilities

• Identify and provide direct services to behavior, special education and at-risk students through screening, assessment, counseling, and targeted interventions addressing academic skills, behavior, and social-emotional needs.
• Implement and monitor evidence-based behavioral interventions, functional behavior assessments, and behavior intervention plans.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (MTSS, IEP, 504) to develop coordinated intervention plans and support systems for students with complex needs.
• Provide transition support for at-risk students; implement dropout-prevention strategies.
• Collect and analyze data to monitor student progress, evaluate the effectiveness of interventions, and inform decision-making.
• Consult with teachers and staff on classroom management, behavioral strategies, accommodations, and trauma-informed practices.
• Maintain accurate documentation of services, interventions, and student progress in compliance with federal and state regulations.

Salary & Benefits will be commensurate with experience and negotiation.

Reports To:  Special Education Director