About the Role
Assist with the day-to-day supervision of assigned students and support classroom-wide Positive Behavior Supports. Provide staff training in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Autism Spectrum Disorders, and related disabilities. Trained in SCIP.
Responsibilities
- Provide training and supervision to teachers and teacher assistants in implementing behavior analytical interventions for skill acquisition.
- Support teachers in developing IEP goals based on criterion-referenced assessments.
- Assist teachers in troubleshooting student progress by analyzing the learning environment and student needs, providing evidence-based suggestions.
- Analyze and interpret data trends for students' educational goals.
- Provide Behavior Intervention Services (BIS) as per student's IEP mandates.
- Train teachers and teacher assistants on school-wide positive behavior supports, monitoring implementation and classroom management.
- Manage student behavior, including determining support levels, conducting observations and assessments (including Functional Behavior Assessments), and developing behavior support plans.
- Implement and monitor behavior data collection procedures for students.
- Provide training and supervision on behavior support plan implementation.
- Maintain records of all behavior data collection.
- Adhere to BCCS Behavior Support Procedural Guidelines.
- Respond to and supervise emergency interventions, completing necessary documentation and family correspondence.
- Maintain communication with home-based providers for consistent implementation of behavioral and educational strategies.
- Initiate and attend Interdisciplinary Team Meetings to discuss and problem-solve behavioral concerns.
- Attend IDT, CPSE, and CSE Meetings as needed.
- Provide individual parent training sessions as per student's IEP mandates.
- Host parent training groups and supervise individual training.
- Remain current with State and Federal Regulations regarding service delivery.
- Coordinate and collaborate with Board Certified Behavior Analysts at alternate sites.
- Ensure the health and safety of all students during the school day.
- Establish effective communication with parents.
- Provide direct supervision of BCBA candidates.
- Cooperate and conduct self in a manner appropriate to an educational setting.
- Adhere to program-specific policies and procedures.
- Participate in program-wide activities and act appropriately.
- Participate in activities and seek support to enhance knowledge relevant to students.
- Attend and participate in required in-services and staff development.
- Attend and participate in supervisory sessions.
- Be proficient in reviewing standardized testing to assess student ability levels.
- Collaborate with clinical service providers to ensure comprehensive student programs.
- Adhere to general policies including Code of Ethical Conduct, emergency preparedness, fire/safety, in-service education, policies and procedures, self-development, and infection control.
- Undergo annual physical examination and Mantoux testing.
- Demonstrate understanding of the needs of children and visitors for each specific age group.
- Address safety and psychological needs of special age groups.
- Address the needs of special groups (hearing impaired, physically challenged) and facility issues.
- Maintain child and family confidentiality.
- Be courteous and considerate in interactions with children and others.
- Exhibit a positive and approachable attitude.
- Respond quickly to requests from children and/or parents/guardians, referring to the appropriate team member if necessary.
- Maintain BCBA certification.
- Demonstrate ability to communicate and interact effectively across cultures, disabilities, genders, ethnicities, and races.
- Demonstrate ability to recognize and manage personal behaviors to create an inclusive, equitable, and welcoming environment.
- Demonstrate ability to deliver culturally responsive services to students and families.
Requirements
- M.A. or M.S. in Psychology (TC 322) or Special Education (TC 323).
- Certification as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
- Knowledge of assessment and treatment through Applied Behavior Analysis teaching techniques in an education and/or residential setting.
- Knowledge of ICF regulations.
- Physical aspects may include lifting and transferring of a student.
Skills
- Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
- Autism Spectrum Disorders
- Positive Behavior Supports
- SCIP
- Functional Behavior Assessments
- Behavior Intervention Plans
- Data collection
- Interdisciplinary Team Meetings
- Parent training
- State and Federal Regulations
- Culturally responsive services
Education Level
- M.A. or M.S. in Psychology (TC 322) or Special Education (TC 323)
- Certification as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
- NYS Licensed Behavior Analyst Preferred
