ABA/DTI Paraeducator / 32.5 Hours / Highland School

About the role

The Applied Behavior Analyst (ABA)/DTI Paraeducator works in a special education program with elementary aged children with Autism and other Pervasive Developmental Disabilities under the direction of the Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and special education teachers.

Responsibilities

• Implement individual and small group instruction to students with specific behavior programs
• Implement lesson plans developed by the special education teacher or BCBA to support student success in all school settings
• Manage and organize lesson materials, preparations and other functions to support each student's individualized education plan (IEP)
• Collect data and maintain documentation for each student
• Follow behavior intervention plans under the supervision of the BCBA and special education teacher
• Participate in ongoing professional learning
• Support students with personal hygiene and incorporate safety measures for students

Supervision

Supervised by Special Education Supervisor and/or School Principal.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required
• Associate's and/or Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Special Education or related field preferred but not necessary
• Experience working directly with children with autism and/or behavioral challenges within a behavioral program preferred but not necessary
• PMT or similar training preferred
• New college graduates encouraged to apply

Pay

Starting salary $25.87/hour in accordance with the Agreement Between Cheshire Board of Education and CSEA/SEIU Local 2001/760 in Behalf of the Cheshire Paraeducators and Lunchroom/Playground Aides. Benefits available.