Reports To: Director of Exceptional Children
Purpose: Will serve students with disabilities defined under IDEA 2004 with behavioral challenges identified as needing supports through the PRC-29 Grant
Overview of Job Responsibilities: * Assist with planning and oversight in the development and implementation of programs and best practices related to instruction using appropriate methodologies for students with emotional/behavioral disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, and/or other disabilities. * Create and assist school staff with conducting functional behavioral analysis and assessments for students served under PRC 29 with emotional/behavioral disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, and/or other disabilities that present behavior/learning challenges. * Assist in the development and implementation of behavior plans, services and other appropriate programs for students served under PRC 29 with emotional/behavioral disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, and/or other disabilities that present behavior/learning challenges. * Participate in Individualized Education Plan (IEP) teams providing support and management for the implementation of behavior plans. * Provide coaching and modeling to school staff on data collection, data analysis, and behavioral interventions and supports. * Manage student data and prepare pertinent reports. * Develop materials, provide resources and deliver professional learning to relevant school-level personnel in evidence-based methodologies for working effectively with students with emotional/behavioral disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, and/or other disabilities * Travel to assigned schools as required and participate in on-going training as needed. Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities: * Knowledge of federal, state, and local EC requirements * Knowledge of behavior interventions and strategies * Excellent oral and written communication skills * Skills to manage work schedule and set priorities * Ability to use data to determine instructional needs and evaluate student progress * Interpersonal skills necessary to work cooperatively and effectively with individuals and groups
Education/Experience Qualifications: * Minimum of 5 years of experience working with students with autism and/or other significant developmental or behavioral disabilities
* Master’s Degree or higher in special education, psychology, applied behavior analysis or related field is required * Current BCBA or in process of obtaining that certification is preferred Terms of Employment and Position Type: * 10 months; full time; full benefits
Evaluation: * Performance of this employee will be evaluated by the Director of Exceptional Children |