Special Ed. IA Behavior Intervention Aide - ITINERANT

Centralia Elementary School District

JOB DESCRIPTION Under general supervision, perform activities related to coordination and implementation of behavior intervention programs for students in a classroom setting or special learning center; assist in the delivery of an instructional program of prescribed learning objectives to Special Education students; follow prescribed behavior intervention program(s) specially designed to address maladaptive behaviors students may display; and adhere to the charting and documentation procedures associated with the program developed for the student(s).

POSITION IN THE ORGANIZATION

Reports to:

Assistant Superintendent of Student Services or His/Her Designee SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
• Assist in developing the communication and learning abilities of the student(s) assigned
• Implement behavior intervention programs as prescribed based on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and related intervention programs
• Provide accurate updated reports to the case carrier on each student(s) progress in the program
• Provide students access to a reinforcement menu as outlined in the program
• Assist student(s) in developing a level of independence in implementing strategies to mediate their behavior
• Assist students in various capacities including, but not limited to, physical prompts, feeding, toileting, etc.
• Assist in testing administration as appropriate
• Research additional intervention techniques that can be utilized for students
• Attend trainings regularly and remain current in behavioral strategies
• Provide feedback on a regular basis to the program team
• Participate in workshops and in-services as required
• Carry out oral and written directions
• Monitor student progress using a variety of methods including computer technology
• Compile and tabulate data
• Maintain detailed records
• Other duties as assigned MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
• High School diploma or equivalent AND experience working with children in a learning situation
• Completion of at least two (2) years of study at an institution of higher education; OR obtained an Associate's (or higher) degree; OR meet a rigorous standard of quality and can demonstrate through a formal State or local academic assessment:
• Knowledge of, and the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics; or
• Knowledge of, and the ability to assist in instructing reading readiness, writing readiness, and mathematics readiness, as appropriate
• Pass proficiency test as legislated by the State of California
• Possess and maintain a California Drivers License and submit to a Department of Motor Vehicle check as required
• Valid First Aid and CPR Certificate issued by an authorized agency or be able to qualify for the same within a specified period of time
• Training in Intensive Behavioral Intervention (7 day training) or equivalent; OR must have completed 2 day training and be able to qualify for the 5 day training within a specified period of time
• Must successfully pass a pre-employment physical SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES
• Initiate research and exploration of intervention techniques
• Effectively communicate verbally and in written form
• Operate a computer and software programs as well as other office equipment
• Create and use spreadsheets
• Prioritize and schedule work tasks
• Establish a good working rapport with co-workers, students, parents, and the general public
• Complete routine clerical duties
• Record keeping
• Work independently with little direction
• Learn, interpret, and apply regulations and instructions
• Lead and participate in a variety of vigorous physical activities
• See and hear conditions relating to the safety of self and others
• Speak in an indoor and outdoor setting well enough to project voice throughout classroom, playground and multipurpose room
• Stand, walk, sit, bend, push, pull and reach on a frequent basis
• Lift/carry/push or pull equipment, supplies and other materials that are at least 50 pounds

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
• Persons employed in this capacity will be required to engage in extensive bending, squatting and…