Job Description:

ABA/DTI PARAEDUCATOR
30 HOUR / SPECIAL EDUCATION 
NORTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Description:
The Applied Behavior Analyst (ABA)/DTI Paraeducator works in a special education program with elementary aged children with Autism and other Pervasive Developmental Disabilities under the direction of the Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and special education teachers.

The ABA/DTI Paraeducator will be able to:

• Implement individual and small group instruction to students with specific behavior programs
• Implement lesson plans developed by the special education teacher or BCBA to support student success in all school settings   
• Be responsible for managing and organizing lesson materials, preparations and other functions to support each student’s individualized education plan (IEP)  
• Be responsible for data collection and maintaining documentation for each student.
• Be responsible for following behavior intervention plans under the supervision of the BCBA and special education teacher.
• Participate in ongoing professional learning
• Support students with personal hygiene and Incorporate safety measures for students

Supervised By:  Special Education Supervisor and/or School Principal

Qualifications:
Candidates must hold a high school diploma. Associates and/or or Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Special Education or related field preferred but not necessary. Experience working directly with children with autism and/or behavioral challenges within a behavioral program preferred but not necessary. PMT or similar training preferred.
New College Grads encouraged to apply!!! Good experience for future psychologists, social workers and special education teachers.

Salary:
In accordance with the Agreement Between Cheshire Board of Education and CSEA/SEIU Local 2001/760 in Behalf of the Cheshire Paraeducators and Lunchroom/Playground Aides.  Starting Salary $25.18/hour.  Benefits Available.

To Apply:  Please apply online at  www.applitrack.com/cheshire/onlineapp