Job Description:

POSITION: Behavioral Therapist Positions – 32.5 hours/week

LOCATION: District

START DATE: Immediately

Responsibilities:

The ABA Therapist will report to a designated special education teacher and will:

 implement IEP goals as directed by the Special Education Teacher

 work with other specialists and parents to implement additional specified goals and objectives

 implement programs developed by teacher and consultant

 teach daily living, social skills, receptive and expressive language skills

 maintain accurate data and graphing on all designated programs

 plan and implement all aspects of systematic instructional sequences within self-contained

classroom, inclusion environments, and reverse mainstream environments

 meet regularly with ABA consultant, special education teacher, support team

 attend staff meetings

 video tape work sessions as appropriate

 provide reports of student progress when deemed necessary by teacher and/or team

 maintain student safety including the application of crisis prevention interventions and physical

management techniques, including protective holds, when necessary and appropriate

 implement behavior intervention plans designed to reinforce appropriate behaviors and eliminate

inappropriate behaviors including disruptive behaviors such as aggression or bolting

Qualifications:

 Two to three years’ experience providing ABA instruction

 demonstrate knowledge of special education practices (autism)

 possess excellent written and verbal communication skills

 must be flexible, creative, and demonstrate strong organizational skills

 must be highly motivated and self-directed

The Newtown Public School District values the benefits that a diverse workforce brings to our

students and community. We are committed to recruiting, supporting, mentoring, coaching and

retaining a highly motivated, diverse, dedicated, and enthusiastic staff. We welcome your interest

in joining us and look forward to meeting you!

Remuneration: $30.00 / Hour

Application: Please apply on line through the following link:

www.applitrack.com/newtown/onlineapp