Behavior Intervention Teacher

Virginia Beach City Public Schools is inviting applications for the following position: Behavior Intervention Teacher Location: Windsor Oaks Elementary School General Responsibilities: This position supports the Seaglass Program, which provides short-term, targeted intervention for general education students in kindergarten through fifth grade. The program is designed to strengthen students' academic readiness, social-emotional development, and behavioral skills by providing support for those who may benefit from additional educational experiences or social skill development. The Seaglass Program helps students build the skills necessary for success in their school environment.The Behavior Intervention Teacher plans and provides for appropriate learning experiences for identified students with challenging behaviors in a variety of educational settings. The person in this position is responsible for providing an atmosphere and environment conducive to the social and emotional development of students to ensure behaviors that substantially improve academic outcomes. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: The successful candidate will demonstrate an extensive knowledge and understanding of the concepts, principles, and methodologies for effective instruction and positive behavioral support that are beneficial for implementation with students with challenging and inappropriate student behaviors. The behavior intervention teacher will demonstrate the ability to provide positive behavioral support to students in a group and in an individual setting. Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills with individuals, teams, and groups, teachers, administrators, and support staff. Overall, the behavior educator possesses excellent human relations skills and a working knowledge of the English language in written and verbal form. Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree in an applicable field of education from an accredited college or university. Minimum of three (3) years' experience as a teacher in which the teaching of "at-risk" and/or "behaviorally challenged" students was an important responsibility for the position. Must have or be eligible for a teacher license from the Virginia Department of Education.A comparable amount of training and experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.