Elementary Behavioral Interventionist

VACANCY NOTICE 2023 - 2024 School Year February 7, 2024 Branford Public Schools Elementary Behavioral Interventionist Required Certification(s): 005, 065/165, 070 Preferred: Experience mitigating challenging student behaviors in a regular education environment. (BCBA credentialing may be substituted for direct experience) Position Definition: The behavior interventionist assists classroom teachers with the management of challenging student behaviors by supporting and guiding them in using evidence-based practices to provide positive behavior supports. The behavior interventionist will conduct classroom observations, provide feedback, offer intervention strategies, and model the implementation of student-specific behavior strategies. Successful candidates will possess a strong understanding of the clinical aspects of a behavioral approach, as well as a demonstrated record of applying that understanding to the general education classroom. Essential Duties 1. Assist staff in defining and measuring behavior, understanding principles of reinforcement, identifying antecedents, teaching new behavior, and implementing strategies for reducing challenging behavior. 2. Support school teams in formally collecting and analyzing behavioral data to effectively make decisions regarding the implementation of appropriate behavioral interventions. 3. Assist in developing interventions, behavioral support plans for the purpose of providing a safe and effective educational environment using evidence-based strategies for students with challenging behaviors that have been resistant to classroom systems of support. 4. Develop individualized plans to support staff in the development and implementation of effective classroom management, evidence-based behavior strategies, and behavior intervention plans. 5. Plan and conduct high quality professional development for staff on the development and implementation of effective classroom management plans, evidence-based behavior strategies, and targeted interventions. 6. Develop a repertoire of assessment strategies consistent with instructional goals, teaching methods, and individual student needs to more accurately assess student behavior skills and understandings. 7. Engage in on-going professional development to increase knowledge and skills of positive student behavior support for all/targeted students, and those displaying a need for behavioral support. Salary per Branford Education Association Contract: $54,244 - 104,947 pending degree level Start Date: Immediately After Filled Open Until Filled Interested candidates must complete the application online at (Internal candidates should provide all the required information.) Bilingual English/Spanish candidates encouraged to apply