*Onward Education *is a specialized education staffing and talent solutions company that connects educators, therapists, and school health professionals with top opportunities in schools statewide. We're currently seeking a full-time, in-person *Behavior Intervention Specialist *to support a school in *Hartford County, CT* for the 2026-2027 school year. *Position Details:* * Start Date: ASAP * End Date: June 11, 2027 * Location: Hartford County, CT * Onsite, 35 hours per week * School Year: 2026-2027 *Qualifications:* * Active PMT (or equivalent) training certification. * Ability to implement behavioral supports, including de-escalation strategies and crisis response techniques when needed. * Working knowledge of school-based behavior frameworks and supports (including PBIS and MTSS). * Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills for partnering with students, families, and school staff. * Bachelor's degree in a related field (such as Education, Psychology, or Social Work) preferred. *Responsibilities:* * Provide individual and small-group behavioral and social-emotional support aligned to Tier 2 and Tier 3 interventions. * Help develop, implement, and track student support plans, adjusting strategies based on observed progress and needs. * Participate in problem-solving and student support meetings (including SST, 504, PPT, and attendance-related meetings) as assigned. * Use restorative approaches and alternative discipline strategies to address behavior concerns and promote a positive school climate. * Collaborate with families and school teams (administrators, counselors, teachers) to reduce barriers to student success and strengthen home-school communication. *What We Offer* * Competitive pay and benefits package. * Access to a wide network of schools and districts for diverse placement options. * Streamlined hiring process to get you started quickly. * Ongoing communication and advocacy throughout your placement. * Personalized support from dedicated recruiting professionals. * Opportunities for professional growth and development. *Why Apply?* If you're passionate about helping students succeed and enjoy working in a collaborative, team-oriented school environment, this role offers meaningful impact in a supportive setting. *Ready to join us? Apply today - we can't wait to hear from you! * Employer Details: * * Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in an employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO. * * In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. * * Onward Search is unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp or Independent Contractor arrangements at this time. All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees. * * Onward Search offers medical, dental, vision benefits, as well as a 401k program, for all eligible full-time temporary assignments. * * Onward Search is a drug-free workplace. * * Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing, and technology. Our clients are continuously turning to us to fill their open positions. Therefore, there is no application deadline for this position, as we are seeking candidates for this type of role across all our clients on an ongoing basis.