KIPP Massachusetts
Job Title: Elementary Behavior Interventionist
Reports to: KIPP MA School Leaders
Who we are.
KIPP (Knowledge Is Power Program) is a national network of free, open-enrollment, public schools that are
successful in helping students from educationally underserved communities develop the knowledge, skills,
character, and habits needed to succeed in college and the competitive world beyond. There are currently
183 KIPP schools in 20 states and the District of Columbia serving 70,000 students. Today, KIPP
Massachusetts serves over 1400 students in our five schools in Boston and Lynn and almost 400 alumni on
their journeys to and through college with our KIPP Through College Program.
What we do & why it matters.
Nation-wide, only 10% of students from low income communities like Lynn and Boston graduate from
college, compared to 84% of their more affluent peers. Preparing our students for successful lives of
independence and impact drives the work of all KIPP school leaders, teachers, and staff. Nationally, KIPP
alumni graduate from college at 4 times the national average, which is good, but not good enough. We
project our Class of 2015, the first to benefit from a 5-12 KIPP education, will graduate from college at 5
times the national average. Our goal is for 75% of our alumni to graduate from college.
Our Schools.
KIPP MA serves over 1,400 students at five schools in 2015-16. KIPP MA will serve over 1,600 students at five
schools in 2016-17.
In Lynn, MA, we are building a K-12 education system across three schools. We currently serve students in
grade K at KIPP Academy Lynn Elementary School, in grades 5-8 at KIPP Academy Lynn Middle School, and in
grades 9-12 at KIPP Academy Lynn Collegiate High School. We are excited to build our Lynn elementary
school to serve grades K-1 in 2016-2017 and grades K-4 by 2019-2020.
In Boston, MA, we are building a K-8 education system across three schools. We currently serve students in
grades K-1 at KIPP Academy Boston Elementary and in 5-8 at KIPP Academy Boston We are excited to build
our Boston elementary school to serve grades K-2 in 2016-2017 and grades K-4 by 2018-2019.
Across all our schools, 84% of students qualify for free or reduced lunch, 14% receive Special Education
services, and 20% are identified as English Language Learners. At KIPP, we believe that all kids can and will
learn, and our staff members are dedicated to ensuring we serve the needs of all our learners. We are at our
best when we are engaging students’ joy and curiosity through rigorous curriculum that will put them on the
paths toward lives of independence and impact.
By 2020, KIPP will serve 10% or more of Lynn public school students and join our charter peers in Boston to
serve 20% of Boston’s public school students. We will also scale our KIPP through College (KTC) program to
serve 857 alumni by 2020, effectively tripling the total number of students served by KIPP Massachusetts.
Work Hard. Be Nice.
Elementary Behavior Interventionist.
The Behavior Interventionist will work closely with teachers, leaders, and families to meet the needs of our
KIPPsters. The Behavior Interventionist will consult with school administrators, general education teachers,
and students, in developing and supporting implementation of school-wide, classroom, or individualized
behavior management techniques. Consultation may include classroom/student observations, teacher
coaching and modeling, assisting with Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs), Behavior Improvement Plans
(BIPs), and Positive Behavioral Intervention & Supports (PBIS). Flexibility, optimism, collaboration, and
perseverance are key character strengths for this role. Our Behavior Interventionist will be a key support
person in ensuring that all students have the tools and the supportive environment they need to learn and be
successful in school and beyond.
Behavior Interventionist Duties and Responsibilities:
 Utilize appropriate assessment and data collection methods to conduct FBAs
o Applies evaluation data and findings to intervention, instruction, programming, and
services through written reports, intervention plans, and meetings/conferences with
parents and/or school staff.
 Contribute to school-wide assessment and data-based practices for socio-emotional, and
behavioral domains
o Serve on and actively participate as a member of school level teams [e.g. All Children Will
Learn (ACWL) or Response to Intervention (RtI) teams, Section 504 meetings, and etc.]
o Assists with the development and/or delivery of staff professional development to
support school and district-wide implementation
 Contribute to progress monitoring and data-based decisions regarding intervention practices for
social-emotional, and behavioral domains
 Engage in consultation and collaboration with school staff, parents, families, community agencies,
and providers.
 Provide assistance to teachers and school administrators in the creation of a school climate that
effectively manages student behavior in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and Student
Handbook.
 Contribute to intervention practices for academic, social-emotional, and behavioral domains
 Contribute to crisis response and intervention practices.
 Seek professional growth and learning opportunities to advance own knowledge and skill.
o Seek opportunities to provide professional learning sessions for colleagues and school
staff
General Responsibilities:
At KIPP, we believe that an excellent staff member:
 Believes that all of us can and will learn and creates a positive learning environment with high
expectations for all students and staff throughout the school.
 Thrives as part of a team-oriented, mission-driven school culture.
 Exudes joy and a love for teaching and learning every single day.
 Demonstrates a growth mindset and a desire to continually improve through feedback, coaching, and
professional development.
 Constantly assesses progress, communicates results clearly, and uses data to inform decisions and set
ambitious goals.
 Has a strong work ethic and commits to doing whatever it takes for students to excel, including:
o Committing to an extended school day (7am-5pm) and remaining available to teachers, students,
and families outside of school hours
o Performing duties outside the classroom to contribute to safe, calm, and consistent school
culture
Work Hard. Be Nice.
Qualified candidates have:
 Bachelor’s Degree required
 Master’s Degree preferred
 Demonstrated success in raising the achievement levels of traditionally under-served students
preferred
 At least two years of experience teaching strongly preferred
 MA SEI Endorsement preferred
 Experience working with children or adolescents with challenging behaviors preferred
 Fluency in Spanish highly preferred
 Knowledge of Positive Behavioral Intervention & Supports (PBIS) in within the framework of Response
to Intervention (RtI)
 Knowledge of the elements of a Functional Behavior Assessment and a Behavior Intervention Plan
 Knowledge of a variety of behavior intervention strategies and how to implement them in the
classroom
 Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) or other Nonviolent Crisis Intervention training
 Demonstrated success in coaching and mentoring adults
 A belief in the mission and values of KIPP
To apply:
Internal candidates: If you are currently a member of the KIPP MA team, please apply by emailing your
resume to the Recruitment Team at Talent@kippma.org. Be sure to indicate to which position you wish to
apply.
External candidates: If you do not currently work for the KIPP:MA team, please visit our job board at
http://kippcareers.force.com/jobboard?site=Massachusetts and complete an online application.
Compensation
Compensation is commensurate with experience and includes a comprehensive benefits package.
KIPP MA is an employment at-will organization.
KIPP Massachusetts, KIPP Academy Lynn, and KIPP Academy Boston are equal opportunity employers. We do
not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, gender identity, religion, creed, ethnicity,
sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age, ancestry, special need, proficiency in the English
language, or a foreign language. We are committed to hiring a diverse and multicultural staff and encourage
applications from traditionally under-represented backgrounds.
Work Hard. Be Nice.