• Job Description

  Req#: 38283
  This position is a temporary vacancy covering for an ABA Specialist on leave. The position is expected to end when the current ABA Specialist returns to work. At that time, the coveringABA Specialist will be terminated from the position. Job Title: Special Education and Student Services Applied Behavior Analysis Specialist Reports to: Building Principal and Emotional Impairment Strand Specialist Description: The ABA Specialist is responsible for the implementation of individualized interventions utilizing the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis within an Emotional Impairment (EI) classroom. Staff work under the direction and supervision of the building Principal and EI Strand Specialist. The Edison EI team places emphasis on trauma-informed teaching practices with a focus on supporting the “whole” student: academically, behaviorally, and the unique personal and social dynamics each of our students may bring to school. We are seeking an ABA specialist that is independent, can build and maintain positive relationships with a diverse group of students, and is collaborative with school staff to help foster a positive and welcoming school and classroom environment. Responsibilities: Accurately implement structured and individualized intervention programs (behavior reduction and skill acquisition) developed by the Program Director for ABA Follow specific management guidelines for each student Work as a team member to ensure delivery of high quality intervention across environments Maintain accurate data collection and graphing for each program Facilitate structured peer group activities as appropriate Attend regularly scheduled team meetings for each students program Attend training opportunities, as assigned by the Program Director for ABA Promptly and appropriately communicate problems/concerns with the Program Director for ABA or other appropriate administrator Complete daily documentation of service delivery for each student served Maintain confidentiality and privacy of all student specific information (as required by HIPPA) Perform other duties and assignments as requested by the Supervisor, Assistant Director, and/or Executive Director of Special Education and Student Services Qualifications - Required: Bachelors degree, or enrollment in a degree-granting program, (or higher) in Special Education, Education, Psychology or a related field 3-5 years experience working with students with Autism Spectrum Disorder, students with moderate/severe disabilities or related disorders Demonstrated knowledge and experience in ABA intervention including data collection and report writing Demonstrated ability to accurately and consistently follow Behavior Support Plans and Curriculum Plan Effective written and oral communication skills with students, families, teachers and administrators Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook Demonstrated growth toward cultural competence Qualifications - Preferred: Proficiency in Portuguese, Cape Verdean Creole, Vietnamese, Haitian Creole, Chinese or Spanish Terms: BTU, 190 days

• About the company

  Boston Public Schools is a school district serving the city of Boston, Massachusetts, United States.

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