Classroom Program Manager

Employees at Damar aren’t just part of a workforce — they’re part of a mission-driven team making a real difference in people’s lives. Since 1967, Damar has been recognized across Indiana as one of the largest not-for-profit organizations and a leading provider of behavioral health and intellectual and developmental disability (I/DD) services. We foster a united, purpose-driven culture where employees feel valued, supported, and motivated to give their best.

It’s no surprise Damar has been named a Top Workplace for several years!

Ready to make a real difference? Join us in empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities or autism. Damar is currently seeking a Classroom Program Manager to join our highly skilled ABA Program Manager team. The Classroom Program Manager is responsible for developing and overseeing individualized treatment and education plans while providing both clinical and instructional leadership for their assigned classroom and client caseload.

This role includes supervising and supporting Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs), setting the tone for instruction, and implementing evidence-based practices using ABA curricula such as Language for Learning and the STAR Program. The Classroom Program Manager designs and participates in activities that promote student growth across academic, behavioral, communication, social, independence (self-help and daily living), and vocational domains in alignment with Individual Education Plans (IEPs).

They regularly analyze student and client data to adjust treatment plans, instructional strategies, and training materials as needed. Additionally, they serve as a leader within the clinic and school setting by attending meetings, delivering feedback, facilitating staff training, and administering required state and classroom assessments, including IAM and ILEARN.

ABA Autism Services by Damar combines the long-term experience and expertise of Damar with cutting-edge Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) approaches to offer a solution to families facing the challenges of raising a child with autism. While many nonprofit and for-profit businesses offer ABA services, only ABA Autism Services by Damar can back its services with the experience and expertise of an organization that has been serving people with developmental challenges and autism for more than 50 years.

Damar’s ABA program begins with an evaluation that includes a full assessment of each child. Observation time, parent interviews, and the appropriate assessment tools are used to create an individualized treatment plan in order to meet the unique needs of your child with autism. Our services can include:

• Intensive Behavioral Training
• Social & Community Training
• Speech & Occupational Therapy Services
• Diagnostic Services
• Community Integration

Here are just a few of the benefits you'll enjoy at Damar:

• Discretionary pay bonuses
• Paid CEUs and BCBA renewal
• Lower caseloads
• Trauma Informed Care
• Collaborative environment
• Growth opportunities
• Eligible for the Damar Advantage including discounts at Damar Health Services and Damar Pharmacy
• Comprehensive training in verbal intervention and physical management techniques
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance options
• Up to $3,000 per year in Tuition Assistance
• Save for your retirement with our 401(k) Plan Participation
• Take care of loved ones through our Damar provided Life Insurance and additional voluntary options
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance options
• Paid Holidays to spend time with loved ones
• Paid Time Off (PTO) for rest and renewal

Remarkable ways you will be making a difference:

• Develops and implements standards-based IEPs and daily and weekly lesson plans
• Teaches students to acquire academic, self-help, daily living, and social skills, as stated in the standards-based IEP
• Works with students, professionals, paraprofessional staff, families, and community partners to ensure appropriate educational habilitation services
• Serves as a resource by tutoring students in academic subjects, as identified in the standards-based IEP
• Actively participates in required training, continuing education, professional development activities, and other…