Behavioral Intervention Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

LAKEVILLE COMMUNITY SCHOOLS
11107 Washburn Road
Otisville, MI 48463
NOTICE OF A VACANCY
INTERNAL/EXTERNAL
Applications are now being accepted for the following position:
Middle School Behavior Intervention Specialist
All Candidates
Apply to LakeVille Community Schools via Red Rover.
The following items must be included in the application:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Certificates
• References

Date Posted: 6/2/26
Deadline for Application: 6/16/26 or until filled
JOB SUMMARY
LakeVille Community Schools is seeking a highly motivated candidate to serve as a Behavior Intervention Specialist.
The LakeVille Board of Education will offer the successful candidate an annual salary range of $43,497 - $84,878 commensurate with their education, skill level, and prior experience. The successful candidate will also receive a complete and competitive fringe benefit package, including MESSA.
POSITION DETAILS:
Highly qualified Behavior Intervention Specialist with knowledge of Multi-Tiered Intervention Supports (MTSS), Social Emotional Learning (SEL), and skills necessary to assist individuals, groups, and systems through the application of positive behavior supports. The Behavior Intervention Specialist may assist with Functional Assessments of Behavior and Behavior Intervention Plans that address students' behaviors and provide a means to help the students become more socially and academically successful. The Behavior Intervention Specialist will support the implementation of classroom and school-wide behavior management strategies.
THE COMMUNITY:
LakeVille is located in the northeast portion of Genesee County and is home to several parks, recreational areas, beautiful lakes, and scenic rivers. Notable features include Genesee County Parks, which boasts a large lake, campground, and the Southern Links Trail way-a hiking and biking path that weaves throughout the community and surrounding areas.
As a rural community, LakeVille is characterized by strong community ties and a spirit of collaboration. Numerous local organizations actively support the school community, fostering close partnerships between families, educators, and residents. Community pride is evident in enthusiastic participation in school and local events, and a strong sense of identity and tradition is celebrated by all generations.
LakeVille offers a safe, secure atmosphere where individuals look out for one another and lifelong connections are forged. These enduring relationships and shared values create a supportive environment in which students and families thrive.
THE DISTRICT:
LakeVille Community Schools serves approximately 1025 students in PreK-12th grade. The district has one elementary school, one middle school, and one high school. LakeVille Community Schools also offers early childhood education serving 3 and 4-year-olds. All staff receive free early childhood education for 3 and 4-year-olds as well as free after-school programming. The district has implemented "The Leader in Me" curriculum based on Stephen Covey's 7 Habits of Highly Effective People. The district is a 1:1 technology K-12 with all students having Chromebooks. The school culture and climate match the relaxed rural community feel. The district has an active, engaged, and supportive school board that is eager to provide the right resources to ensure the success of every child.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Possession of a Bachelor's degree in a related human services field (Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, Education, Criminal Justice, Sociology, etc.).
• Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school administration, students, and parents.
• Must have excellent organizational skills and the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Must satisfactorily pass a criminal background check as defined by the State of Michigan;
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Education may find appropriate and acceptable.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Implementation of the MTSS framework for behavior.
• Train, support and maintain a School-Wide Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports system within schools and individual classrooms.
• Support the implementation of Restorative Practices.
• Promote highly specialized and evidence-based positive behavior interventions in which students thrive: behavior instruction that is individualized, explicit, intensive, accelerated and provides ample practice.
• Develop and implement individual and group SEL interventions in the areas of: self-regulation, conflict resolution, anger management, and pro-social skills.
• Development and coordination of the Social Emotional Learning (SEL) program.
• Support the development of teachers through evidence-based practices with the goal of increasing student engagement, teacher capacity, and improvement of student achievement across core curriculum subjects and behavioral outcomes.
• Develop intervention plans and assist with behavior interventions for children demonstrating inappropriate behaviors in school.
• Support teaching staff in the implementation of behavior interventions.
• Assist staff in: defining and measuring behavior; understanding principles of reinforcement; teaching replacement behavior; data collection in response to the implementation of behavioral intervention; and identifying antecedents.
• Facilitate team meetings that: design Behavior Interventions Plans; address classroom organization, effective instruction, social skills instruction, and other student needs.
• Work with individual teachers, groups of teachers and/or the entire staff on issues such as: crisis intervention, learning and collaboration, and factors that can affect development and implementation of interventions.
• Use ongoing assessments to maintain a record of student progress.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements listed represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's degree minimum.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:
Ability to calculate figures and amounts.
REASONING ABILITY:
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here represent those an employee must meet to successfully perform the job responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk and stand. Occasionally, the employee will sit and run. The employee will often bend or twist at the trunk while performing job duties. The employee will frequently squat, stoop, kneel, reach above the head, reach forward, and repeat the same hand motion many times while performing the duties of this job. The employee occasionally will be required to lift and/or push up to 50 lbs.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform basic functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually medium to loud. The employee is continuously required to interact with the public and other staff, and to work irregular or extended hours.
The information in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position, and additional duties may be assigned.