Technician- Behavior Support Special Education

Technician
- Behavior Support Special Education

Responsible for providing support to the instructional program with specific responsibility for assisting students in reaching targeted behavior goals and social competencies; assisting in the instruction of individual or small groups of students in a variety of subject areas; and monitoring and reporting student behavior and performance.

• Assists in the discovery, design, and implementation of effective behavior interventions.
• Assist assigned instructional staff in improving student's learning skills, self-care, and/or social development providing learning concepts and materials.
• Attend meetings, workshops, conferences, trainings, etc. receiving and/or conveying information.
• Communicate with teachers regarding assigned students' progress participating in needs assessments and/or assisting in evaluating progress.
• Document observations of student performance in behavioral, academic and school activities providing written records and/or complying with mandated requirements.
• Guide students in personal interactions and/or specific student issues developing interpersonal skills and successful problem solving strategies.
• Maintain a variety of manual and electronic instructional files and records providing written reference and meeting mandated requirements.
• Monitor students' performance, under the direction of school psychologist or autism consultant providing feedback to students, teachers and/or others involved in the provision of services in accordance with IEPs.
• Report health and safety issues to instructional personnel, administrative personnel and/or appropriate agencies maintaining students' personal safety, a positive learning environment and complying with regulatory requirements and established guidelines.
• Support students in a variety of educational environments providing a safe and positive learning environment.
• Perform other related duties as required/assigned.

Education and Experience

• Minimum of 60 college hours completed OR Certificate of Completion from a DESE approved Substitute Training program.
• Previous job related experience preferred.

Certificates, Licenses and Other Special Requirements

• Must obtain and maintain Missouri Substitute Teaching Certificate.
• Must have a CPR and First Aid Certification.
• Must obtain and maintain physical intervention training.
• Must pass a Criminal Background Clearance, the results of which must be satisfactory to the District, required.
• Possession of a valid Driver's License, with evidence of insurability, highly recommended.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of basic math, including calculations using fractions, percentages, and/or ratios; read a variety of manuals, write documents following prescribed formats, and/or present information to others; and analyze situations to define issues, draw conclusions and create action plans.
• Knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: child guidance principles and practices, especially as they relate to students with learning disabilities; instructional materials and techniques used in Special Education; safe practices in classroom and other activities; correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary; reading and writing communication skills; and record keeping techniques.
• Skill to perform multiple, technical tasks with a need to routinely upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions.
• Skill based competencies required to perform the functions of the job, including operating standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.
• Ability to perform Crisis Prevention Institute physical dis-engagement skills and holds keeping students and adults safe.
• Ability to read technical information and compose a variety of documents.
• Ability to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups.
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively.
• Ability to apply critical thinking/problem solving to improve work processes.
• Ability to adhere to safety practices; meet deadlines and…