Job Details

Position: Behavior Interventionist
District: Saginaw Public Schools
Position Type: Support Staff/Behavior Support
Location: District-Wide
Date Available: 2025–26 School Year
Closing Date: Until Filled

General Summary:
The Behavior Interventionist will participate in the development, implementation, and ongoing operation of a comprehensive leadership, civic engagement, and service-learning program. The Interventionist will work closely with academic and community partners to integrate learning, service, and leadership to empower students to become socially responsible decision-makers.

District Mission Statement:
Our mission is to be a globally competitive school district that prepares and inspires students to achieve their full potential.
#SPSDinspiresgreatness

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

1. Effective communication with both youth and adults

2. Understanding of community and institutional influences on student development

3. Ability to design and track intervention plans and strategies

4. Familiarity with local social service resources

5. Ability to understand and follow complex instructions

6. Professional and courteous communication with colleagues and community members

7. Quick learning and task adaptability

8. Commitment to high standards of customer service

9. Ability to build rapport in multicultural, urban environments

10. Knowledge of leadership strategies to enhance the school environment

11. Familiarity with research-based instructional practices

12. High expectations for student behavior and academics

13. Ability to motivate and challenge students

14. Skill in identifying and addressing urgent or emergency issues

15. Knowledge of school operations and curriculum

16. Crisis intervention and prevention expertise

17. Critical thinking and problem-solving ability

18. Computer proficiency

19. Attention to detail

20. Strong organizational and planning ability

21. Data analysis and recommendation development skills

22. Collaborative team member in educational settings

23. Effective written and verbal communication and reporting

24. Ability to work independently

Physical Demands:

• Frequent sitting, standing, and walking

• Occasional lifting of up to 30 pounds

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Collaborate with staff to deliver student and parent intervention support (MISS, conflict resolution, attendance plans, etc.)

2. Conduct individual and small group interventions for academic and social success

3. Partner with staff to help students adapt to high school expectations

4. Support implementation of positive behavioral support plans

5. Identify and refer students needing counseling and intensive services

6. Monitor behavior, attendance, and academic progress of Title IA students

7. Provide direct behavioral and academic interventions, including support meetings and tutoring

8. Facilitate conflict resolution and peer mediation programs

9. Support school counselors and social workers to maintain a positive school climate

10. Co-develop behavior support programs with instructional staff

11. Collaborate with professionals in a multi-agency environment

12. Support Title IA students in reaching behavioral and academic goals

13. Enforce district discipline policies as needed

14. Maintain records and certifications for Title IA services

Education and/or Experience Requirements:

1. Experience in social work, counseling, behavioral intervention, or related field required

2. Bachelor's degree preferred

3. Experience working with at-risk student populations

4. Experience supporting behaviorally challenged students

5. Experience working with students and families in home and school settings

Special Requirements:

1. Willingness to learn new technologies and responsibilities as systems evolve

2. Participation in required training sessions

Working Conditions:

1. School and office environments free of significant discomfort

2. Moderate to loud noise levels in school settings

Salary:
Based on education and experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
Saginaw Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender/sex, age, disability, height, weight, marital status, or lack of English language speaking skills in its programs.