PREREQUISITES: Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work or one of the related behavioral sciences. For employees who are employed as OUSD Intervention Specialists as of April 22, 2015, their education and OUSD work experience satisfies the degree prerequisite for the position. 40 hours of training in Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) required Currently have, or willing to obtain certification in Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) At least one year of experience working in an educational setting with students who present behavioral challenges and may be eligible for special education under the following categories: Emotional Disturbance, Autism and/or Intellectual Disability required Experience implementing intensive behavioral intervention programs required Possess and maintain a valid First Aid Certificate and CPR Certificate Valid California Driver’s License, if applicable

QUALIFICATIONS: The District determines whether a candidate is qualified based on fulfillment of prerequisites, relevant work experience, ability to perform the essential functions, reference checks, effective interpersonal and communication skills demonstrated by interview performance and/or writing samples, and achievement on performance-based assessments (if applicable) that demonstrate the candidate possesses the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities. Meeting prerequisites only satisfies the initial screening process and does not indicate the candidate is qualified to perform the essential functions of the position. KNOWLEDGE: Basic principles and practices of behavior techniques Techniques used in guiding and motivating students Special needs, issues, and requirements of special education students Common Core Standards, Content Standards, Curriculum, Response to Intervention, Full Service Community Schools Positive reinforcement systems and behavioral strategies to maintain safe learning environments The 13 disability categories outlined in California Education Code and how they affect students’ ability to access education Current District curriculum and school instructional programs in assigned area Utilization of various forms of assessment to guide and design instruction Basic concepts of child growth and development and developmental behavior characteristics Methods, techniques and procedures for lifting and moving children incapable of providing assistance The special needs of students who have behavioral, and/or learning disabilities Child guidance principles and practices Subjects taught in District schools, including arithmetic, grammar, spelling, language and reading Safe practices in classroom and playground activities Instructional methods and techniques