ABA Specialist (SY26-27)

Job Title: Special Education and Student Services Applied Behavior Analysis SpecialistReports to: Special Education and Student Services Program Director for ABADescription:The Special Education ABA Specialist is responsible for the implementation of individualized intervention utilizing the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis and discrete trial programs within a classroom setting and/or individually if deemed necessary. He/she will work under the direction and supervision of the Special Education and Student Services Program Director for ABA. The Special Education ABA Specialist will work as a member of a collaborative team and participate in IEP team meetings as needed.Responsibilities:Accurately implement structured and individualized intervention programs (behavior reduction and skill acquisition) developed by the Program Director for ABAFollow specific management guidelines for each studentWork as a team member to ensure delivery of high quality intervention across environmentsMaintain accurate data collection and graphing for each programFacilitate structured peer group activities as appropriateAttend regularly scheduled team meetings for each students programAttend training opportunities, as assigned by the Program Director for ABAPromptly and appropriately communicate problems/concerns with the Program Director for ABA or other appropriate administratorComplete daily documentation of service delivery for each student servedMaintain 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 ServicesQualifications - Required:High school diploma, or enrollment in a degree-granting program, (or higher) in Special Education, Education, Psychology or a related field3-5 years experience working with students with Autism Spectrum Disorder, students with moderate/severe disabilities or related disordersDemonstrated knowledge and experience in ABA intervention including data collection and report writingDemonstrated ability to accurately and consistently follow Behavior Support Plans and Curriculum PlanEffective written and oral communication skills with students, families, teachers and administratorsProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including OutlookDemonstrated growth toward cultural competenceQualifications - Preferred:* Proficiency in Portuguese, Cape Verdean Creole, Vietnamese, Haitian Creole, Chinese or SpanishTerms: BTU, 190 days