Job Details
| Region: | 20 |
| School District/Employer: | Pearsall ISD |
| District Category/Employer: | Campus, |
| Position: | Teacher, |
| Assignment Level: | |
| Job Title: | Behavior Interventionist |
| School: | Pearsall ISD |
| Campus Description: | SpEd Department |
| Date Posted: | 9/11/2025 |
| Deadline: | Until Filled |
| Openings: | 1 |
| Commitment: | Full Time |
| Description/Notes: | Primary Purpose: Special Education Action Teacher / Behavior Interventionist Pearsall ISD Special Education Department Primary Purpose: The Special Education Action Teacher/Behavior Interventionist provides direct instructional and behavioral support to students with emotional, behavioral, and/or social difficulties that interfere with their academic success. This individual is responsible for implementing targeted behavioral interventions, collaborating with staff to support behavior plans, and ensuring a structured and supportive learning environment. The Action Teacher may serve students in a specialized setting or provide support within the general education environment as part of a campus-based intervention team. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: - Strong understanding of behavior intervention strategies, functional behavior assessments (FBAs), and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) - Knowledge of IDEA, Section 504, and state special education requirements - Ability to collect and analyze behavioral and academic data - Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills - Ability to de-escalate and support students in crisis - Skilled in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and families Responsibilities and Duties: **Instructional Support:** - Provide targeted instruction in social-emotional learning and behavior regulation - Deliver specially designed instruction aligned with students’ IEP goals - Collaborate with classroom teachers to modify curriculum and implement accommodations - Support re-entry plans for students returning from alternative placements or extended absences **Behavioral Intervention:** - Implement and monitor individualized Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) - Conduct informal behavioral observations and support FBAs - Model and reinforce appropriate behavior using positive behavior support systems - Intervene during behavioral crises using approved de-escalation techniques **Collaboration and Documentation:** - Collaborate with general education teachers, counselors, LSSPs, and administrators to support student behavior - Communicate regularly with families regarding progress, incidents, and support strategies - Maintain accurate records of interventions, progress monitoring, and crisis incidents - Participate in ARD meetings and provide input for IEP development |
| Qualifications: | Qualifications: **Education/Certification:** - Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university (Master’s preferred) - Valid Texas teaching certificate in Special Education (EC-12) - Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) or similar certification (or willingness to obtain) |
| Salary Range: | 55,280 - 73,145 |
| Benefits: | Health, Vison, Dental, Life ... |
| How To Apply: | Pearsallisd.org Employment |
Contact Person:
| Name: | Anna Marie Perez |
| Email: | anna.perez@pearsallisd.org |
| Address: | 318 Berry Ranch Rd. |
| City: | Pearsall |
| State: | TX |
| Zip: | 78061 |
| Phone: | (830) 334-8001 |
| Fax: | (830) 334-8007 |