Special Education Behavior Intervention Specialist - Elementary
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Special Education Behavior Intervention Specialist - Elementary
Waterloo Community School District LOU HENRY - Waterloo, Iowa
Job Details
Job ID:
5641482
Application Deadline:
Jun 05, 2026 4:30 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted:
Apr 13, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:
Aug 1, 2026
Job Description
Job Summary:
This position works under the direction of the building principal and Director of Special Education and is responsible for assisting a teacher in providing instruction to individuals or small groups of students with behavior challenges. This position is also responsible for monitoring, redirecting and modifying student progress regarding inappropriate behaviors and performance, administering intensive behavior intervention programs to identified students, and performing a variety of clerical duties as assigned.
Waterloo Schools is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Hiring Specifications
Education
High school diploma or equivalency
NCLB compliance – 60 college credit hours, associate’s degree, generalist or specialist para educator license issued by the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners OR successful completion of the district-approved competency test
Certification
NCLB compliance – see above
Mandt certification required upon hire
Experience
Experience working with applicable age students who have behavior challenges
Experience working with students with special needs
De‑escalation experience
Successful experience working in an intervention setting as well as the classroom
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
Knowledge of, and ability to implement, intensive de‑escalation techniques
Knowledge of, and ability to implement, intensive behavior management techniques
Knowledge of intensive behavior intervention techniques
Knowledge of child guidance principles and practices, especially as they relate to students with learning disabilities, development delays and autistic behavior
Knowledge of basic subjects taught in district schools including arithmetic, grammar, spelling, language and reading, including punctuation and vocabulary and ability to assist with instructional and related activities in a learning environment
Knowledge of safe practices in classroom and playground activities and health regulations
Knowledge of basic instructional methods and techniques
Ability to monitor and observe student behavior according to approved policies and procedures
Knowledge of district policies, rules and regulations
Basic record‑keeping skills
Ability to develop rapport and interact effectively with students
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
Ability to handle emotionally charged situations
Ability to interact and collaborate with staff, students and families in a professional manner
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to work effectively, cooperatively and respectfully with staff, parents and community members regardless of race, creed, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnic
ational origin, religion, marital status, age, socio‑economic status or disability
Technology Requirements
Basic word processing and spreadsheet skills
E‑mail management skills
Skill or the ability to learn the delivery and use of on‑line learning programs as needed per school assignment
Supervision of Others
N/A
Personal Contacts
All district staff, students and families
Central Rivers AEA personnel
Job Duties
Assists in providing instruction to behaviorally challenged individuals or small groups of students, reinforcing instruction as directed by the teacher.
Administers one‑to‑one intensive behavior intervention to students.
Actively participates in behavior intervention meetings and professional development.
Collects data and records anecdotal student progress notes and maintains behavioral charting data.
Monitors and assists students in prescribed learning activities.
Monitors, observes and reports behavior of students according to approved procedures, including progress regarding student performance and behavior.
Assists students and parents by providing proper examples, emotional support and general guidance as directed.
Communicates with teachers regarding programs and materials to meet student needs.
Follows health and safety practices and regulations.
Assists students in developing self‑help and self‑advocacy skills as directed.
Assists in implementing specialized student plans (IEP, BIP, 504, HIP), as needed.
Supports Positive Behavior Intervention System (PBIS) initiatives.
Directs student group activities as assigned.
Provides assistance with de‑escalating student behaviors and reintegration back into the classroom.
Implements classroom management system as applicable (e.g. STAR‑C Management System).
Transports students as needed.
Follows Board policies, district procedures and contractual obligations.
Completes other duties as assigned.
Physical Requirements
Never : 0%
Occasional : 1‑32%
Frequent : 33‑66%
Constant : 67%+
A. Standing
B. Walking
C. Sitting
D. Bending/Stooping
E. Pushing/Pulling
F. Reaching
G. Climbing/Stairs
H. Driving
I. Lifting up to 25 lbs.
J. Carrying up to 25 lbs.
K. Manual Dexterity Tasks (Telephone, Computer, Other)
L. Working Conditions Inside, Outside, Extremes in temp/humidity
Additional Physical Requirements
Ability to provide physical care for assigned student(s)
Ability to perform physical restraint as needed following correct procedures
Successful completion of post‑offer drug screening and physical as well as background check
Position Type:
Full‑Time
Salary:
$18.10 to $20.06 Per Hour
Job Categories:
Instructional Support > Individual Aide
Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA
Special Education > General Special Education
Special Education > Mild/Moderate Disabilities
Special Education > Special Education Assistant
Job Requirements
Citizenship, residency or work visa required
Contact Information
Jake Youngkent , Principal
LOU HENRY
Phone: 319-433-2630
Email: youngkentj2@waterlooschools.org
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Waterloo Community School District LOU HENRY - Waterloo, Iowa
Job Details
Job ID:
5641482
Application Deadline:
Jun 05, 2026 4:30 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted:
Apr 13, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:
Aug 1, 2026
Job Description
Job Summary:
This position works under the direction of the building principal and Director of Special Education and is responsible for assisting a teacher in providing instruction to individuals or small groups of students with behavior challenges. This position is also responsible for monitoring, redirecting and modifying student progress regarding inappropriate behaviors and performance, administering intensive behavior intervention programs to identified students, and performing a variety of clerical duties as assigned.
Waterloo Schools is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Hiring Specifications
Education
High school diploma or equivalency
NCLB compliance – 60 college credit hours, associate’s degree, generalist or specialist para educator license issued by the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners OR successful completion of the district-approved competency test
Certification
NCLB compliance – see above
Mandt certification required upon hire
Experience
Experience working with applicable age students who have behavior challenges
Experience working with students with special needs
De‑escalation experience
Successful experience working in an intervention setting as well as the classroom
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
Knowledge of, and ability to implement, intensive de‑escalation techniques
Knowledge of, and ability to implement, intensive behavior management techniques
Knowledge of intensive behavior intervention techniques
Knowledge of child guidance principles and practices, especially as they relate to students with learning disabilities, development delays and autistic behavior
Knowledge of basic subjects taught in district schools including arithmetic, grammar, spelling, language and reading, including punctuation and vocabulary and ability to assist with instructional and related activities in a learning environment
Knowledge of safe practices in classroom and playground activities and health regulations
Knowledge of basic instructional methods and techniques
Ability to monitor and observe student behavior according to approved policies and procedures
Knowledge of district policies, rules and regulations
Basic record‑keeping skills
Ability to develop rapport and interact effectively with students
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
Ability to handle emotionally charged situations
Ability to interact and collaborate with staff, students and families in a professional manner
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to work effectively, cooperatively and respectfully with staff, parents and community members regardless of race, creed, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnic
ational origin, religion, marital status, age, socio‑economic status or disability
Technology Requirements
Basic word processing and spreadsheet skills
E‑mail management skills
Skill or the ability to learn the delivery and use of on‑line learning programs as needed per school assignment
Supervision of Others
N/A
Personal Contacts
All district staff, students and families
Central Rivers AEA personnel
Job Duties
Assists in providing instruction to behaviorally challenged individuals or small groups of students, reinforcing instruction as directed by the teacher.
Administers one‑to‑one intensive behavior intervention to students.
Actively participates in behavior intervention meetings and professional development.
Collects data and records anecdotal student progress notes and maintains behavioral charting data.
Monitors and assists students in prescribed learning activities.
Monitors, observes and reports behavior of students according to approved procedures, including progress regarding student performance and behavior.
Assists students and parents by providing proper examples, emotional support and general guidance as directed.
Communicates with teachers regarding programs and materials to meet student needs.
Follows health and safety practices and regulations.
Assists students in developing self‑help and self‑advocacy skills as directed.
Assists in implementing specialized student plans (IEP, BIP, 504, HIP), as needed.
Supports Positive Behavior Intervention System (PBIS) initiatives.
Directs student group activities as assigned.
Provides assistance with de‑escalating student behaviors and reintegration back into the classroom.
Implements classroom management system as applicable (e.g. STAR‑C Management System).
Transports students as needed.
Follows Board policies, district procedures and contractual obligations.
Completes other duties as assigned.
Physical Requirements
Never : 0%
Occasional : 1‑32%
Frequent : 33‑66%
Constant : 67%+
A. Standing
B. Walking
C. Sitting
D. Bending/Stooping
E. Pushing/Pulling
F. Reaching
G. Climbing/Stairs
H. Driving
I. Lifting up to 25 lbs.
J. Carrying up to 25 lbs.
K. Manual Dexterity Tasks (Telephone, Computer, Other)
L. Working Conditions Inside, Outside, Extremes in temp/humidity
Additional Physical Requirements
Ability to provide physical care for assigned student(s)
Ability to perform physical restraint as needed following correct procedures
Successful completion of post‑offer drug screening and physical as well as background check
Position Type:
Full‑Time
Salary:
$18.10 to $20.06 Per Hour
Job Categories:
Instructional Support > Individual Aide
Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA
Special Education > General Special Education
Special Education > Mild/Moderate Disabilities
Special Education > Special Education Assistant
Job Requirements
Citizenship, residency or work visa required
Contact Information
Jake Youngkent , Principal
LOU HENRY
Phone: 319-433-2630
Email: youngkentj2@waterlooschools.org
#J-18808-Ljbffr