BCBA Assistant - SMS and WHS (2 Vacancies), Watertown Public Schools


Position:
BCBA Assistant - SMS and WHS (2 Vacancies)

Job ID:
6318

County:
EdAdvance


Posted:
October 31, 2024




Contact Information:
Watertown Public Schools
61 Echo Lake Rd
Watertown, CT 06795
District Website

Contact:
Human Resources
Phone: 860-945-4800
Fax:
District Email


Job Description:

Position Title: BCBA Assistant (2 Vacancies)

Location: Swift Middle School; Watertown High School

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP

Essential Performance Responsibilities

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled individual to join our team as a BCBA Assistant. This role offers a unique opportunity to work closely with our Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and support students with varying behavioral needs.

Qualifications
Qualifications are subject to change based upon need at the discretion of the Superintendent of Schools

Must be a certified Behavior Technician (BT) or be willing to obtain the BT credential outside of school hours

Possess a philosophy, disposition, and skill set to work effectively with students with varying behavioral needs

Highly organized with excellent data collection skills

Strong leadership abilities

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Required Skills

Proficiency in data collection and analysis

Familiarity with behavior intervention strategies

Strong attention to detail

Ability to multitask and prioritize responsibilities

Excellent time management skills

Key Responsibilities

Serve in a dual role as a Behavior Technician (BT) and assistant to the BCBA

Act as a liaison between the BCBA and other classroom staff when the BCBA is at another location

Provide individualized student support

Model and guide other adults in data collection methods and implementation of Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)

Enter behavioral data into our platform after school hours

Assist the BCBA in training staff on data collection and BIP implementation

Recognize new behaviors following a pattern and communicate with the BCBA for potential inclusion in programming



Other:

Terms of Employment

This position is an unaffiliated, at-will posting.

The position requires working during school hours and some after-school time for data entry and additional tasks.

The salary will be aligned with the candidate's experience and skill set.

All application materials must be submitted online, through Applitrack; should you have any difficulty in submitting your online application please contact (860)945-4813.