Applied Behavior Analysis Supervisor

Description

This opportunity is open to all interested candidates.

OVERVIEW:

San Diego Unified School District, the second largest district in California and one of the top largest urban school districts in the United States, is looking for leaders who care deeply for students, inspire passion in their coworkers through collaborative leadership, and are committed to the communities in which they serve. The District seeks leaders who are committed to educational equity and work to create access and opportunity for our students furthest from education justice. The District is seeking candidates for Applied Behavior Analysis Supervisor to support assigned schools/area and other programs.BASIC FUNCTION:

The Applied Behavior Analysis Supervisor will plan, develop, implement and supervise the provision of services using applied behavior analysis (ABA) including discrete trial strategies for students with autism enrolled in special education programs; supervise the work of assigned staff. DIVERSITY STATEMENT:

Because each person is born with inherent worth and dignity, and because equitable access and opportunity are essential to a just, educated society, San Diego Unified employee commitments include being respectful of differences and diverse perspectives, and being accountable for one’s actions and the resulting impact.

POSITION SPECIFICS:

Working Location is based out of the Whittier K-12 School - 3401 Clairemont Drive, San Diego, CA 92117

Scheduled for full-time, 11 months per year

Qualifies for District Paid health and wellness benefits for employee and dependentsThis Position is on the AASD Classified Supervisor I Salary Schedule, Salary Grade: 048. The AASD Classified Supervisor Salary Schedule can be found by clicking here.

Examples of Duties

An incumbent may perform any combination of the essential functions shown below. This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, knowledge, or abilities associated with this classification, but is intended to accurately reflect the principal job elements.

E = Essential Functions

Plan, develop, implement, and supervise the provision of services using applied behavior analysis (ABA) including discrete trial strategies for students with autism. E

Supervise and coordinate district staff in using a variety of ABA/discrete trial intervention strategies in 1:1 and group settings for students 2 – 8 years old at multiple school sites. E

Train staff in the use of appropriate assessment tools (Assessment of Basic Language and Learning Skills, ABLLS; ADOS) to assess progress, identify skill levels and design ABA programs. E

Train and consult with staff in all aspects of students’ ABA/discrete trial programs. This includes establishing student ABA/discrete trial programs, the collection, analysis and interpretation of data, and program planning based on data. E

Monitor the administration of ABA/DT programs for individual students at multiple school sites. E

Attend and participate at IEP meetings in order to report on assessed progress data and goal suggestions. E

Provide ongoing training on ABA/discrete trial to staff and parents. E

Supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned classified staff E

Coordinate and attend monthly Progress Meetings with parents and site team working with individual students at multiple sites. E

Attend Resources for Students with Autism (RSA) Advisory Team meetings and routinely liaison with RSA staff. E

Travel to district sites as assigned. E

Perform related duties as assigned.

To view the detailed position description for Applied Behavior Analysis Supervisor, click HERE.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any combination of training, experience, and/or education equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a master’s degree in a related field such as psychology, speech/language pathology or behavior analysis and three years experience providing ABA and/or 1 year supervisory experience using ABA strategies with 2 – 8 year old children with autism. Extensive training and experience in child development and Applied Behavior Analysis, with an emphasis in discrete trial training is required.

*Please note that a bachelor’s degree in a related field such as psychology, speech/language pathology, or behavior analysis and Behavior Certified in Behavior Analysis (BCBA) may be substituted for the master’s degree requirement.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

A license in psychology or speech language pathology is desirable.

Supplemental Information

APPLICATION PROCESS

To be eligible for consideration, interested candidates must submit the following items. Your application will be considered incomplete if you do not include all required information, including completion of the Work Experience and Education Sections of the online application, required attachments, and responses to all supplemental application questions.

Online employment application

A completed online employment application must be submitted/received electronically by the closing date. This application MUST include all required attachments, current and previous employment history and education to evaluate your qualifications, and all other requirements identified in the recruitment and supplemental questions. It is important to note that a resume does not substitute for completing the Work Experience and Education sections. Your application will be considered incomplete if you do not include all relevant details and attachments.

Paper applications are not accepted.

Answer all supplemental questions

The supplemental questions should be answered thoroughly, clearly, and concisely as the responses provided (along with the entire application package) will be carefully reviewed to determine which candidates will move forward in the recruitment process.

Attach required documents (PDF format recommended)

Letter of Introduction

Resume

Resume must reflect current and past work and accomplishments.

A resume is to be attached, but does NOT substitute for completing work history, education sections, or the supplemental questions of the employment application.

Additional documents (optional)

Education / Degrees / Certifications

Education, training, or certifications will only be considered if acceptable documentation is attached:

Copy of Degree or Copy of OFFICIAL transcript. Note: if degree is not one of the specific concentrations mentioned in the minimum qualifications, education and experience section - attach a copy of your official transcript(s) for evaluation for relatable degree and/or unit credits towards related education.

Copy of any other required Licenses and/or Certifications

Letters of Recommendation / Professional References. May attach at least one (1) recent Letter of Recommendation, dated within one year; may attach up to two (2) additional letters, but not more than three (3).

Additional documents, if any, must be attached to the online employment application.E-REFERENCES

During review of applications, e-reference email requests may be generated and sent to the references listed on the application. These reference requests are not an indication of progression in the recruitment process or an interview opportunity.

For questions regarding this job announcement, including priority consideration, please contact Suzette Hunter at .

Additional Information

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San Diego Unified School District is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education. District programs and activities shall be free from discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying by reason of the following actual or perceived characteristics: age, ancestry, color, mental or physical disability, ethnicity, ethnic group identification, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, immigration status, marital or parental status, medical condition, nationality, national origin, actual or perceived sex, sexual orientation, race, religion, or on the basis of a person's association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

For more information about equity in employment, contact:

Title II Coordinator & Uniform Complaint Compliance Officer Eric Rico:,

Title IX Coordinator Anna Ward:,

504 Coordinator Eri Nall:,