Long Term Substitute- Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Long Term Substitite- Special Education Board Certified Behavior Analyst - (aprx. 1/22/2024- 3/29/2024) 

The purpose of this position is to have an individual who can provide behavioral consultation and monitoring of our programs and staff which provide services for students who may be classified as autistic, pervasively developmentally disabled or similarly challenged.

Qualifications:

  Education, Training and Experience:

1. Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
2. Licensure from the Massachusetts Department of Education as a Teacher of Students with Moderate or Severe Special Needs.
3. Demonstrated subject matter competence, highly qualified, in the area of licensure.
4. Proven competence in applied behavioral analysis and similar areas of expertise.

  Knowledge Required:

1. Currency in providing services for students on the autism spectrum.
2. Experience in planning and assessing of instruction.
3. Skilled in effective classroom management techniques.
4. Effectiveness in designing and implementing Individualized Education Plans.
5. Promotion of equity and appreciation of diversity.
6. Expertise in electronic record-keeping and data collection related to student performance.
7. Fulfillment of professional responsibilities.

Abilities Required:

1. Ability to deliver effective instruction and train staff in providing such instruction.
2. Ability to differentiate instruction to meet student needs and to assist staff in doing so.
3. Ability to administer required student testing and assessments.
4. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with students, parents, colleagues and administrators.

Skills Required:

1. Effective classroom management skills.
2. Excellent listening, speaking, reading and writing skills.
3. Effective interpersonal skills.
4. Skills in the provision of needed services for the target student population.

Supervision:

  Supervision Scope:

  Observes instruction and consults with staff on effective implementation.

  Supervises students and evaluates their achievement.

  Supervision Given and Received:

  Supervised by director/assistant director.

Description of Duties:  

  (The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types 

    of work that may be performed.  The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude

    them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.)

1.     Management of the Learning Environment

1. Facilitates effective and varied instructional techniques and procedures.
2. Ensures that an effective standards-based, student centered environment is provided for students in the target classes.
3. Advises staff on appropriate educational materials.
4. Performs scheduled duties promptly.

1. Fulfills paperwork responsibilities promptly.
2. Maintains professional competence through in-service educational

    activities.

1. Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of programs, services and 

    techniques.

1. Understands and advises staff on the Massachusetts Curriculum

    Frameworks.

1.     Teacher/Pupil/Parent Interaction

1. Advises staff on their responsibility for providing a safe, supportive learning environment for every student.
2. Relates well to staff and students of varied proficiency.
3. Provides and promotes opportunities for staff to develop a wholesome self-concept.
4. Assists staff to guide students toward self-control.
5. Advises staff on effective student structure.
6. Attends team meetings as needed.
7. Remains approachable to students and parents, as needed.
8. Contributes to a positive and effective working relationship between school and home.

1.     Duties Related to the Specific Student Population
2. a) Provides staff with advice and training in verbal and non-verbal

student communication needs.

1. b)  Assists staff to develop and implement social interaction skills and
2. c) Advises staff on the design of interventions for students exhibiting

          inappropriate responses to sensory experiences

1. d) Provides advice and information on addressing repetitive and stereotyped student behavior.
2. e) Trains staff in positive behavioral intervention, strategies and

1.     Professional and Personal Qualities

1. Adheres to the academic, ethical and social standards of the profession.
2. Speaks and writes clearly, understandably and appropriately.
3. Dresses appropriately and is well-groomed.
4. Accepts constructive criticism.
5. Applies suggestions for improvement.
6. Uses confidential information for professional purposes only.
7. Is equitable and sensitive and responsive to all learners.
8. Realizes that good attendance is necessary for effective learning.
9. Participates in ongoing professional development, including all district sponsored initiatives.

1.     Teacher/Staff Relations

1. Shows evidence of helping to promote positive working relationships with school personnel.
2. Demonstrates willingness to share and exchange ideas, skills, techniques and materials.
3. Works effectively with administrative personnel.
4. Accepts and implements school and district decisions.
5. Fulfills assigned duties and out-of-class responsibilities.
6. Complies with school department procedures and school committee policies.

Salary:    As per the WEA contract.