Job Specifications: (Minimum knowledge, skills and abilities required)

• Communication Oral – Ability to communicate effectively with others verbally.
• Communication Written – Ability to communicate effectively with others in writing.
• Problem Solving – Ability to find a solution for or deal proactively with work-related challenges.
• Working Under Pressure – Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations.
• Organizational Skills – Ability to organize and prioritize tasks, and manage time wisely.
• Computer Skills – Ability to access, input, and retrieve information.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist school-based teachers in providing social skills’ groups and other early intervention services.
• Assist in collecting data in school setting.
• Assist in the monitoring of Behavior Intervention Plans.
• Assist in behavior-related training.
• Assist in supervision of students on campus as well as in the classroom.
• Train other support staff, TA’s and LTA’s in techniques necessary to implement Behavior Intervention Plans.
• Assist teachers in the supervision of students presently being served by the Behavior Support Team (this may involve one-on-one instruction, escorting students, etc.)
• Assist in providing resources for students and teachers (this might include making materials for teachers, assist with the distribution of resources available for check out, etc.)
• Maintain positive relationships with staff, parents and students.
• Keep supervisors informed of potential problems and unusual events.
• Responds to inquires or concerns in a timely manner.
• Prepare all required reports and maintain all appropriate records.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
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Education and Training: (or equivalent)

Associate Degree or equivalent college credit.

Minimum Experience:

Minimum of two years experience working with students with disabilities (i.e. students with autism, behavior challenges) preferably in a classroom setting.

Experience supporting positive behavior

Ability to complete and maintain ‘Blue Card’ CPI