Behavior Technician

Job TitleThis position provides a variety of ABA and BT services to students in a classroom and school-based environment.Required QualificationsBachelor's Degree in Education, Special Education, or related fields such as Psychology1-3 years previous experience working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders, Developmental Delay or Emotional/Behavioral Disorders in an educational settingTraining and experience using the tenets and techniques of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)Willingness to learn Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) techniquesDesired QualificationsAn evolving familiarity with Language Arts, Mathematics and Content Area knowledge base relevant to the educational level of the studentVerbal, written language, technology skill and interpersonal communication skill to support communication among team members, with community contacts, school staff and parentsConsistent, reliable and punctual attendanceJob FunctionsImplement academic, social language and behavioral programming using the methodology of ABA for individuals who have developmental disorders, autism spectrum disorders, or emotional/ behavioral disorders.Create teaching materials that align with academic, social-language and behavioral programmingAssist in functional assessment and analysis and deliver behavior programming to individuals using the methodology of ABAReport to supervisor level behavior analysts and utilize feedback to refine, change and further modify academic and behavior programs to best meet student needs with minimal supervisionMaintain a program book and summarize and visually represent academic and behavioral programming weeklySupport students during transitions between classes, beginning and ending of the day, at recess, specials, lunch and snack to optimize social interactions and social pragmatic instruction in real life situations throughout the school day using methodology of ABA.Assist in all aspects of the school day whether or not such aspects directly pertain to the individual student, this includes supervision at recess, lunch or other "duties."Physical RequirementsMust be physically able to respond (e.g. push, pull, or carry at least 60 lbs) to students who are physically unsafe and use physical restraints as part of a de-escalation process.Must be able to physically respond to students who have bolted from the building.Must be able to physically maintain a safe learning environment, including moving furniture in response to a crisis situation.Regularly required to lift and/or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds.In compliance with state and federal laws, Newton Public Schools is committed to equity, anti-racism and a nondiscrimination policy for students, employees and prospective applicants. All educational and employment determinations are based on an individual's qualifications and achievements without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, ancestry, homelessness, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by state and/or federal statute.