12.2025 Cottonwood Behavior Interventionist
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Job Location:
Kearney, MO - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Kearney Public Schools is accepting applications for a BehavioralInterventionist for Cottonwood Elementary startingthe 2026-2027 school candidate willing to serve at our K-5 Alternative School The position can either be certified or classified.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Education: BA or MA in Special Education; Specialist in School Psychology; OR Licensed MentalHealth Practitioner (LMHP). Endorsement in Behavior Disorders preferred but not required
- Experience: Experience in Behavior Disorders preferred but not required.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: (Include but are not limited to)
- Assesses district needs in the area of Behavior Intervention.
- Builds systemic intervention programs district-wide.
- Provides assistance and direction to SPED staff who work with Behaviorally Disordered students. Works collaboratively to write behavior intervention plans for students.
- Develops effective behavior intervention plans and works with staff to implement those plans effectively.
- Assesses the effectiveness of intervention plans and leads in the development of adjustments if necessary.
- Provides information and insight into specific student needs to enable staff to work with students more effectively.
- Develops strong networks of support with parents teachers and administrators for the targeted behavior interventions. Networking should include effective dialogue and training to build effective collaboration.
- Develops a strategic district behavior intervention plan that assesses the needs and matches resources to priority needs. Communicates and promotes the district plan to the staff and the general public.
- Provides training and modeling for the implementation of behavior interventions.
- Maintains effective professional relationships with community agencies.
- Provides leadership for the completion of diagnostic and evaluation teamwork in the development of intervention plans.
- Assists in required referrals to medical and Community agencies.
- Maintains accurate records and files with required data.
- Demonstrates a working knowledge of the Public Laws that govern the Federal and State requirements pertaining to Special Education.
- Keeps Supervisors and Administration informed of the activities and progress of the district Behavior Intervention program.
NOTE: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Never Occasional Frequent Constant
0% 1-32% 33-66% 67%
- Standing X
- Walking X
- Sitting X
- Bending/Stooping X
- Reaching/Pushing/Pulling X
- Climbing X
- Driving X
- Physical Tasks X
- Lifting 70 lbs. Max X
- Carrying 10 Ft.
- Manual Dexterity Tasks: Light Medium Heavy Very Heavy
OTHER REQUIREMENTS (Intellectual Sensory):
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Demonstrates stress management appropriately and professionally.
Works well with a variety of personalities.
Works well with adults and children.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Inside/Outside: Both
- Climatic Environment: Heated/air conditioned offices & buildings; all weather conditions.
- Hazards: Abusive or out-of-control students.
NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION
The Kearney Public School District hereby gives this statement of compliance and intends to comply with all state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination. This school district intends to take any necessary measures to assure compliance with such laws against any prohibited form of discrimination.
The Kearney Public School District does not discriminate on the basis ofsex disability race (including skin color hair texture and protective hairstyles) color religion veteran status national orethnic origin age marital status pregnancy childbirthor related medical condition sexual orientation or gender identityor other protected status in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:
Title IX Title II Title VI & Section 504
Melissa Herrmann Director ofHuman Resources
Kearney Public Schools
320 West 24thStreet
Kearney NE 68845
Key Skills
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Developmental Disabilities Experience
- Behavior Management
- Behavioral Health
- Data Collection
- Primary Care Experience
- Military Experience
- Special Education
- Autism Experience
- Special Needs
- Experience with Children
- Social Work
