LEX Behavior Technician

Job Purpose

The LEX Behavior Technician provides clinical and educational programming to students with autism and other neurodevelopmental disorders within a classroom of up to eight to twelve students using the principles of applied behavior analysis.

Duties and Responsibilities

Preparation/Materials

Assists in creating materials as instructed by Behavior Analyst (BCBA) or Special Education Teacher

Ensures that materials are well organized, complete, and replaced as needed

Alerts BCBA or Special Education Teacher if materials may need to be ordered prior to running out Teaching

Runs instructional sessions independently

Runs educational programs accurately

Performs error correction procedure accurately

Takes advantage of natural teaching opportunities

Implements behavior support plans accurately

Manages other challenging behaviors effectively

Implements additional protocols accurately (e.g., medicine, diet, toileting)

Supervises higher ratios of learners during lunch or other non-instructional periods

Provides instruction in 1:1, 1:2, or small group arrangements Communication

Maintains home/school contact (e.g., daily communication logs)

Participates in classroom, team, and all staff meetings as requested

Coordinates and collaborates with learner's related service personnel as applicable

Communicates with supervisors about problem programs and behavior

Maintains weekly schedule and communicates availability to supervisor as required Data Collection and Analysis

Collects data accurately, quickly, and consistently

Maintains accurate graphs in electronic data collection system

Updates all program information in data sheets and/or electronic data collection system in a timely manner

Alerts BCBA or Special Education Teacher if data is variable or if no progress has been made for assigned students Professionalism

Arrives on time for work

Shows flexibility to change

Has a positive attitude towards students and staff members

Adheres to safety protocols

Makes prudent use of sick/personal time

Assists with special projects and assignments as requested

Takes on additional responsibilities when work is complete

Assists in keeping common spaces clean and organized

Accepts feedback and constructive criticism

Adheres to the mission, vision and values of VIA School Inclusion (If Applicable)

Safely transports learners to other school for instruction as requested/required

Uses discretion with prompts while in inclusion setting

Promotes independence in inclusion setting

Modifies school curriculum when necessary

Facilitates communication with peers in inclusion setting

Facilitates communication with inclusion staff

Collects data when necessary in inclusion setting

Notifies supervisor when support programs are needed

Represents VIA with professionalism Community- Based Education/ Vocational Training (If Applicable)

Safely transports learners to community settings as requested/required

Uses discretion with prompts while in public

Promotes independence and competence with skills

Takes advantage of natural teaching opportunities in public

Interacts appropriately with other community members

Collects data when necessary in community

Manages learners' valuables including money and personal belongings

Leaves and arrives on time for community-based programs

Notifies supervisor when support programs are needed

Represents VIA with professionalism Position Type

This is a full-time position. This position involves working with students who exhibit challenging and/or aggressive behavior and participation in community outings.

Requirements

Qualifications

Valid driver's license required

High school diploma or equivalency required

Bachelor's degree preferred

Experience in the application of applied behavior analysis (ABA) in the education of students with autism is preferred