Board Certified Behavioral Analyst  

Primary Purpose: The BCBA will provide behavior analysis services and develop behavior intervention plans for special education students. In addition, this person provides support and professional learning to school staff, paraprofessionals, and parents/guardians, with respect to behavior intervention techniques, conducting assessments, and developing behavior intervention plans.

Position Details:

• Location: Norwalk, CT
• Pay: Starting at $60/hr
• Hours: May vary based on location

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree or beyond, required.
• Possession of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst Certification (BCBA)
• 1-3 years of school-based experience working with students with autism and other behavior challenges
• Experience in supervising ABA therapists preferred 

Skills & Experience:

• Experience working with young children
• Public school experience with students displaying social/emotional/behavioral needs
• Experience in behavior management (development and program implementation)
• Collaborative working style
• Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing
• Effective, active listening skills
• Ability to work effectively with others
• Organizational and problem solving skills

Responsibilities:

• Manages the classroom and individual student behavior to maintain an advantageous learning environment
• Prepares lesson plans that achieve clear objectives, uses appropriate techniques, and serves the needs of all learners in the classroom
• Maintains accurate and complete records as required
• Conducts parent/teacher conferences
• Assesses student learning on continual basis and identify areas of intervention if needed
• Keeps parents up-to-date of student progress through use of interim reports, report cards, and/or conferences
• Designs instruction to meet the needs of all students through both individual and small group settings as needed
• Plans individual and group instruction to foster academic, social and emotional growth
• Designs clear and specific learning assessments
• Maintains a positive learning environment that encourages open communication between the teacher and learner
• Maintains a positive school community image that encourages ethical student behavior
• Maintains ongoing communication with parents
• Prepares student education plans in consultation with parents and IEP team members
• Designs instruction, both individual and small group, which parallels the general education curriculum
• Acts as coordinator of IEP implementation with general education staff
• Monitors student progress, participates in review and revision of IEP, as appropriate.
• Facilitates the independence of the student as learner
• Assists other professional staff in diagnosis of learning disorders, development of planned remediation and evaluation of student progress
• Maintains appropriate student data and other records and submit reports as required by State and Federal law
• Demonstrates ability to teach several academic areas
• Demonstrates knowledge of the subject(s) to be taught
• Demonstrates knowledge of human growth/development as related to the teaching-learning process
• Demonstrates knowledge of special education regulations and guidelines
• Assists in the selection of textbooks, equipment and other education materials
• Establishes and maintains professional relationships
• Participates in professional learning by attending seminars and  workshops to improve instructional practice and positively affect student achievement

Work Environment:

• Classroom and school environment, which may include both individual and group instruction.
• May involve working with students in various settings (classroom, therapy rooms, or outdoor spaces).
• Frequent interaction with parents, staff, and administrators.