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School Behavior Specialist

Hunt Valley, MD

$18.75 - $25.25/hr

The Sheppard Pratt School - Hunt Valley is a year round special education program located in ... intervention plans on all children assigned to the Autism program. * Prepare Positive Behavior ...

Support 3-4 school sites within the district * In-person, full-time roles (37.5 paid hours per week) and part-time roles (18 paid hours per week) * BCBA OR Tier 3 or 4 Special Education Teaching ...

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How much do school behavior intervention jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for school behavior intervention in the United States is $22.95, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.99 and $25.48 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a School Behavior Interventionist?

A School Behavior Interventionist is a professional who works with students to address behavioral challenges that may impact learning and social development. They use evidence-based strategies to help students develop positive behaviors, improve self-regulation, and succeed in the classroom environment. These specialists often collaborate with teachers, counselors, and parents to create and implement individualized behavior intervention plans tailored to each student's needs.

What is the difference between School Behavior Intervention vs School Counselor?

AspectSchool Behavior InterventionSchool Counselor
Required CredentialsBehavior intervention certification, sometimes a bachelor's degree in related fieldMaster's degree in school counseling or related field, state certification/license
Work EnvironmentSpecial education departments, behavioral support teams, classroomsGuidance offices, classrooms, student support teams
Employer & Industry UsageSchools, districts focusing on behavioral supportSchools, districts providing academic and emotional support

School Behavior Interventions focus on implementing strategies to modify student behavior, often working directly with students exhibiting behavioral challenges. School Counselors provide academic guidance, emotional support, and career counseling, addressing a broader range of student needs. While both roles support student success, their credentials, work environments, and primary functions differ significantly.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a School Behavior Interventionist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a School Behavior Interventionist, you need a background in behavioral science or education, experience with behavior management strategies, and often a relevant bachelor's degree or paraprofessional certification. Familiarity with behavior intervention plans (BIPs), data collection software, and special education systems is commonly expected. Strong interpersonal skills, patience, and cultural sensitivity help build trust and rapport with students, parents, and staff. These skills ensure effective support for positive student behavior, contributing to a safe and conducive learning environment.

How does a School Behavior Intervention Specialist typically collaborate with teachers and support staff to address student behavioral challenges?

School Behavior Intervention Specialists frequently work closely with teachers, counselors, and other support staff to develop and implement individualized behavior plans for students. They may observe classroom dynamics, provide feedback to educators, and lead team meetings to discuss student progress and coordinate strategies. Effective communication and collaboration are essential, as specialists often model behavioral interventions, offer training, and ensure consistency across different settings within the school. This teamwork helps create a supportive environment tailored to each student's needs.
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Infographic showing various School Behavior Intervention job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 26% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $47,731 per year, or $22.9 per hour.
Behavior Intervention Specialist

Behavior Intervention Specialist

ACCEL Schools

Sheffield, OH

$45K - $50K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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ACCEL Schools rating

5.1

Company rating: 5.1 out of 10

Based on 19 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

508th of 577 rated elementary and secondary schools


Job description

About the Team

ACCEL Schools is seeking highly-qualified Behavior Intervention Specialists at Sheffield Academy in Sheffield, Ohio, dedicated to providing a superior education for all students! We are seeking a Behavior Intervention Specialist who is excited to create a rigorous and nurturing classroom environment that prioritizes student learning and social-emotional development.

The Behavior Intervention Specialist provides support to at-risk students addressing conduct, discipline, or attendance issues while helping these students become more academically successful. The Behavior Intervention Specialist is responsible for creating classroom and/or school-based behavior models to promote a positive and healthy school environment.

Be part of the difference at Sheffield Academy! Founded in 2022, Sheffield Academy is a public charter school for EK-8th grade students that combines competitive sport training with accredited academics. The school day is packed full of academic, athletic, and life skills learning. Students focus on core academic subjects in the mornings, dedicating their afternoons to fitness and special interests like competitive sports and extracurriculars. Sheffield Academy is part of ACCEL Schools, an established network of public charter schools serving K-12 students throughout the United States since 2014.

About the Opportunity:

  • Demonstrate an understanding, respectful and receptive attitude toward the behavioral needs of students of various age groups
  • Provide expert knowledge of techniques needed to successfully complete effective Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA), function –based interventions, and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP)
  • Meet with students whose behavior warrants intervention and develop individualized behavior tracking and intervention programs.
  • Serve on IEP Teams and develop relationship with students requiring intervention
  • Work with staff on issues such as: crisis intervention, learning and collaboration issues, and factors that can affect development and implementation of interventions.
  • Serve as a consultant to administrators, teachers, and parents others in finding positive solutions for behavior modification
  • Monitors student attendance while developing Absence Intervention Plans, working to achieve school-wide daily attendance.
  • Promotes school culture through daily practices, positive attitude and collaboration with students, families and staff.
  • Maintain timely and accurate records and files consistent with school policies and procedures
  • Participates in other duties such as school events, trainings, morning duty, dismissal duty, and lunch duty, as needed.

About You:

  • Bachelor's degree in education, social work, health, or other related field preferred.
  • Intervention Specialist license preferred
  • A minimum of three years' experience working with "at-risk" or "behaviorally challenged" children a teacher, social worker, tutor or mentor, preferably in a multi-cultural setting.
  • Track record of building trust and positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues
  • Ability to maintain composure and job performance under changing or stressful conditions
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills that reflect professionalism and tact at all times
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office products
  • Ability to pass federal, state, and local background checks

About Us

"We believe that every child should be able to be anything they want in life, regardless of their birthplace and circumstances." – Ron Packard, CEO & Founder

ACCEL Schools is a network of 80+ high-performing, public charter schools serving PK-12 students. We proudly advocate for school choice and work to address educational inequities throughout the United States. Our schools are inclusive and widely differ to reflect the unique values of the many urban, suburban, and rural communities we serve. Our brick-and-mortar, virtual, and hybrid schools specialize in closing educational gaps and offer innovative models such as career-technical education, sports training, bilingual programming, and more. We have been recognized and praised by legislators, authorizers, and researchers for providing exceptional education options to students in historically under-resourced communities.

We offer the following benefits:

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $45,000 - 50,000. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Life benefits – time & peace of mind

  • Paid time off
  • Retirement contributions
  • Optional Basic Life and AD&D insurance
  • Voluntary life insurance (employee, spouse, child)
  • Discounted childcare at Early Learning Academies locations

Health benefits – stay well & thrive

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Voluntary short-term disability insurance
  • Voluntary long-term disability insurance

Career benefits – keep growing

  • Career advancement opportunities throughout Accel Schools and our strong network of 4,000+ instructors and education professionals

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is our policy to abide by all federal, state and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination based solely on a person's race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental and/or intellectual disability, age, military status, veteran status (including protected veterans), marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, familial status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other protected status except where a reasonable, bona fide occupational qualification exists.


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