An academic interventionist is an education professional who oversees behavioral and academic issues at a school. As an academic interventionist, your job duties include monitoring the progress of all the students and identifying those who are having learning issues or other academic problems. You work with teachers, students, and parents to develop a special plan to address these issues. The qualifications for this career include a bachelor’s degree in childhood development, education, or psychology, a state teaching license, and experience in a classroom setting. Essential skills for the job include patience, observational awareness, and communication.