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About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Behavior Support Assistant to join our team. As a Behavior Support Assistant, you will play a vital role in providing support and guidance to preschool children with behavioral challenges. This entry-level position includes training and mentorship by an experienced behavior professional.
Responsibilities
- Work with preschool teams to provide training, support, and coordination of activities within the preschool setting related to the implementation of Positive Behavioral Support.
- Assist with the behavioral needs of all students enrolled.
- Work with specific children according to their behavioral concerns, which includes implementing positive behavior support techniques and behavior intervention plans.
- Coach classroom staff and therapy/special education team in specific behavioral strategies.
- Follow all federal, state and local laws governing preschool & childcare standards and privacy regulations.
Requirements
- Valid New York State Driver License & Reliable Transportation
- Experience working with young children with behavioral needs.
- Previous experience working with early childhood individuals with behavioral challenges in classroom settings.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Positive attitude and ability to work within an interdisciplinary team model
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Physically able to bend/stoop, kneel, squat, crouch, push/pull, reach above and below shoulder level frequently and move about quickly.
- Independently lift up to 50 lbs up to five (5) times/day.
- Exposed to bites, kicks, punches, spitting and other physical behaviors of children ages 3-5 years old with special needs.
Skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Communication skills
- Verbal communication skills
- Written communication skills
Location
- East Syracuse NY
- Baldwinsville
- Camillus
- Watertown
- Pulaski
- Oswego
- Fulton
Work Type
- Part Time
- 6 hours per day during School Year- Monday through Friday.
- School Calendar plus 6 weeks summer program.
Experience Level
- Entry level
Education Level
- Early Childhood College coursework/Degree a bonus!
- Special Education College coursework/Degree a bonus!
- Behavior College coursework/Degree a bonus!
Salary/Compensations
- Competitive salary
Benefits
- Opportunity for advancement
- Training & development
- Wellness resources
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discounts
About the Company
- Little Lukes