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Job ID: 4962228

Job Description

At James W Hennigan Elementary, we are dedicated to fostering equitable learning experiences that empower all students to succeed. Rooted in the belief that every child can and will learn, we embrace a diverse, inclusive, and globally competent educational environment. Our educators cultivate an open-minded, collaborative mindset, ensuring that all students have the right and ability to access rigorous, standards-aligned instruction through effective teaching. We prioritize grade-level learning that honors best practices, while also nurturing social-emotional growth and cultural awareness. At the Hennigan, we seek educators who uphold high expectations aligned with the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) while also championing equity, social justice, and anti-racist practices. Together, we prepare scholars to engage thoughtfully in a global society, equipping them with the skills to collaborate, think critically, and respect diverse perspectives. We are champions for our scholars.

Job Title: Special Education and Student Services Applied Behavior Analysis Specialist

Reports to: Special Education and Student Services Program Director for ABA

Description:

The Special Education ABA Specialist is responsible for the implementation of individualized intervention utilizing the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis and discrete trial programs within a classroom setting and/or individually if deemed necessary. He/she will work under the direction and supervision of the Special Education and Student Services Program Director for ABA. The Special Education ABA Specialist will work as a member of a collaborative team and participate in IEP team meetings as needed.

Responsibilities:

• Accurately implement structured and individualized intervention programs (behavior reduction and skill acquisition) developed by the Program Director for ABA

• Follow specific management guidelines for each student

• Work as a team member to ensure delivery of high quality intervention across environments

• Maintain accurate data collection and graphing for each program

• Facilitate structured peer group activities as appropriate

• Attend regularly scheduled team meetings for each students program

• Attend training opportunities, as assigned by the Program Director for ABA

• Promptly and appropriately communicate problems/concerns with the Program Director for ABA or other appropriate administrator

• Complete daily documentation of service delivery for each student served

• Maintain confidentiality and privacy of all student specific information (as required by HIPPA)

• Perform other duties and assignments as requested by the Supervisor, Assistant Director, and/or Executive Director of Special Education and Student Services

Qualifications - Required:

• High school diploma, or enrollment in a degree-granting program, (or higher) in Special Education, Education, Psychology or a related field

• 3-5 years experience working with students with Autism Spectrum Disorder, students with moderate/severe disabilities or related disorders

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in ABA intervention including data collection and report writing

• Demonstrated ability to accurately and consistently follow Behavior Support Plans and Curriculum Plan

• Effective written and oral communication skills with students, families, teachers and administrators

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook

• Demonstrated growth toward cultural competence

Qualifications - Preferred:

• Proficiency in Portuguese, Cape Verdean Creole, Vietnamese, Haitian Creole, Chinese or Spanish

Terms: BTU, 190 days

Position Type: Full-time

Positions Available: 1

Job Categories

Special Education, Autism

Special Education, Behavior Specialist / EBD

Special Education, Emotionally Disabled

Special Education, Learning Disabled

Special Education, Mentally Disabled

Special Education, Mild/Moderate Disabilities

Special Education, Multiple Disabilities