Behavioral Intervention Specialist- Aspire Slauson Academy at Aspire Public Schools - Los Angeles County
Job Summary
Job Summary
What You Will Do: • Write, implement and progress monitor behavior intervention plans in accordance with the IDEA and State law • Provide support to teachers (Ed Specialists and GE teachers) through: modeling, observing, coaching, and planning. • Collaborate with faculty to ensure Behavior Intervention Plans are implemented with fidelity. • Attend training's and be the “trainer of trainers” for specific interventions, including Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA’s.) • Train staff on topics related to behavior • Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and write reports • Conduct structured observations to inform the development of present levels, goals and behavior plans • Train staff on positive behavior intervention strategies/techniques. • Train staff on teaching new, replacement behaviors • Provide support to students receiving mental health services that require behavioral support, per Individual Education Plans. • Cross-collaborate with outside agencies. • Knowledge of, and ability to implement, de-escalation techniques • Knowledge of child guidance principles and practices, especially as they relate to students with learning disabilities, development delays and autistic-like behaviors • Ability to support IEP teams with the implementation of systems to track student behavioral data and monitor progress towards goals. • Attend IEP meetings report behavioral progress, and make recommendations for the current IEP • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing • Ability to handle emotionally charged situations through use of problem-solving and mediation techniques. • Ability to interact and collaborate with staff, students and families in a professional manner • Ability to maintain confidentiality • Ability to demonstrate knowledge of, and support, Aspire Public Schools mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical b
Requirements / Qualifications
CA Teaching Credential (multiple subject, mild/moderate education specialist, moderate/severe education specialist) required. • Bachelors Degree required; Masters Degree and/or BCBA coursework preferred. • 5+ years working with students in an educational setting required. • Bilingual desired
Vaccination Information - Aspire Public Schools is requiring that all new hires who provide services on LAUSD District property be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, effective October 15, 2021. “Fully Vaccinated” means that two weeks have elapsed since a teammate received the final dose of a two-dose vaccine or the single dose of a one-dose vaccine. All new hires must submit proof of fully vaccinated status prior to being eligible to begin employment.
Requirements / Qualifications
CA Teaching Credential (multiple subject, mild/moderate education specialist, moderate/severe education specialist) required. • Bachelors Degree required; Masters Degree and/or BCBA coursework preferred. • 5+ years working with students in an educational setting required. • Bilingual desired
Vaccination Information - Aspire Public Schools is requiring that all new hires who provide services on LAUSD District property be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, effective October 15, 2021. “Fully Vaccinated” means that two weeks have elapsed since a teammate received the final dose of a two-dose vaccine or the single dose of a one-dose vaccine. All new hires must submit proof of fully vaccinated status prior to being eligible to begin employment.
Comments and Other Information
Knowledge of child cognitive development and different learning styles.
• Ability and willingness to implement Behavior Intervention Plans.
Ability to guide and train adults using adult learning theory
• Ability and willingness to reflect and improve.
• Flexibility and ability to adapt to changing conditions; ability and good judgment to take initiative to modify activities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to collaborate with general education and special education colleagues, parents and community.
• General/Special Education Experience.
• Ability to work independently as a self-starter in a new organization.
• Ability to excel as a member of a team.
• Ability to work with an ethnically and economically diverse student body.
• Desire to work with a variety of populations of students with behavior needs.
• 2 to 3 years demonstrated in effective instructional practice/student management.
Comments and Other Information
Knowledge of child cognitive development and different learning styles.
• Ability and willingness to implement Behavior Intervention Plans.
Ability to guide and train adults using adult learning theory
• Ability and willingness to reflect and improve.
• Flexibility and ability to adapt to changing conditions; ability and good judgment to take initiative to modify activities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to collaborate with general education and special education colleagues, parents and community.
• General/Special Education Experience.
• Ability to work independently as a self-starter in a new organization.
• Ability to excel as a member of a team.
• Ability to work with an ethnically and economically diverse student body.
• Desire to work with a variety of populations of students with behavior needs.
• 2 to 3 years demonstrated in effective instructional practice/student management.