Preschool Behavioral Specialist Assistant

• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• Wellness resources
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts

Do you have experience working with young children with social/emotional concerns and special education classrooms? Are you available to work 30-34 hours per week following school calendar plus 6 weeks summer program? Are you willing to work in Baldwinsville Camillus East Syracuse Little Lukes sites based on caseload needs?

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Behavior Support Assistant to join our team. As a Behavior Support Assistant, you will play a vital role in providing support and guidance to preschool children with behavioral challenges.

• Work with the preschool teams to provide training, support, and coordination of activities within the preschool setting related to the implementation of Positive Behavioral Support
• Assist with the behavioral needs of all students enrolled.
• Work with specific children according to their behavioral concerns, which includes implementing positive behavior support techniques and behavior intervention plans.
• Coach classroom staff and therapy/special education team in specific behavioral strategies.
• Follow all federal, state and local laws governing preschool & childcare standards and privacy regulations
• Work location is preschool classroom sites including Watertown, Pulaski, Oswego, Fulton, Baldwinsville, East Syracuse, and Camillus

Part Time 6 hours per day during School Year
- Monday through Friday. School Calendar plus 6 weeks summer program.

• Physically able to bend/stoop, kneel, squat, crouch, push/pull, reach above and below shoulder level frequently and move about quickly.
• Independently lift up to 50 lbs up to five (5) times/day.
• Exposed to bites, kicks, punches, spitting and other physical behaviors of children ages 3-5 years old with special needs.

• Valid New York State Driver License & Reliable Transportation
• Experience working with young children with behavioral needs.
• Previous experience working with early childhood individuals with behavioral challenges in classroom settings.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Positive attitude and ability to work within an interdisciplinary team model
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Early Childhood, Special Education, Behavior College coursework/Degree a bonus!

• Valid New York State Driver License & Reliable Transportation
• Early Childhood, Special Education, Behavior College coursework/Degree preferred
• Experience working with young children with significant behavioral needs.
• Previous experience working with early childhood individuals with behavioral challenges in classroom settings.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Positive attitude and ability to work within an interdisciplinary team model
• Ability to model and coach behavior management strategies effectively
• Certification preferred.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written