Care Team – Behavior Interventionist/ iLEAD Exploration

EMPLOYEE NAME/ JOB TITLE: Care Team – Behavior Interventionist

REPORTS TO: iLEAD Leadership Team

CLASSIFICATION: Full-time / Classified

ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW

At iLEAD Exploration we have built a model based on what we believe to be the best of all that is out there.We believe passionately in project-based learning not because it’s a fad but because it goes to the heart of how kids learn. We’ve incorporated technology not as a spiffy add-on but as an organic part of the learning process in the 21st century.

We value and encourage leadership not just as a part of a career track but by instilling in each learner the confidence and character that inspire others.

Finally, we value the social and emotional development of our learners. We believe there is an implicit, as well as an explicit, curriculum to teach. Our goal is nothing short of learning, to change the world.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Reporting to the School Director and under the guidance and direction of the Director of Student Support, the Care Team – ABA performs tasks to aid in creating a learning environment that is accessible for learners with behavioral challenges. The classroom setting is full-inclusion, therefore the Care Team ABA will assist with all learners who may have emotional, educational, or behavioral problems.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Works individually or with small groups of learners under the direction of the general education facilitator and if applicable, the education specialist.
• If an Individual Education Program (IEP) is present, adhere to the recommendations of the IEP by conducting the following if applicable:
• Provide instructional assistance by helping to navigate instructions, workflow, and especially challenging assignments.
• Guide and assist learners with moving from one classroom to another and moving around the campus grounds in general.
• Assist in eating, using the bathroom, and using public transportation if applicable.
• Monitor and record learner’s progress or behavior to provide proof of minute’s.
• Assist with Related Services as needed.
• Provide support when using assistive tools to help with access to the curriculum.
• Work collaboratively with general education facilitators and education specialists to prepare lesson plans that best fit the needs of the learner they are supporting.
• Monitor and assist students in learning activities as a follow up to the presentation of instructional concepts by instructional personnel.
• Help to keep the classroom environment clean and prepare demonstrations and visual aids for specific lessons, as needed.
• Direct and supervise learners to provide for safe learning activities.
• Assist in shaping appropriate social emotional behaviors by reinforcing the social emotional curriculum and instruction.
• Monitor resource and learning centers and assist students with the use of center equipment and in the remediation of specific learning problems.
• Assist with the administration of a variety of assessments.
• Administer routine first aid and request appropriate assistance for serious injury or illness.
• Maintain or assist in maintaining orderly, attractive and stimulating learning environments.
• Participate, as requested, in parent conferences and/or IEP meetings.
• Attend to the physical and health needs of children.
• Attend and participate in professional development opportunities as appropriate to the position.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

• *Provide ongoing support and actively collaborate with all iLEAD Exploration leaders and employees to ensure that the mission, vision, values and philosophy is clearly understood and carried out.
• *Represent iLEAD Exploration in a positive and professional manner in all interactions and communications.
• *Follow and actively participate in development of all iLEAD Exploration guidelines, policies and procedures.
• *Maintain professional competence through participation in professional development activities provided by iLEAD Exploration and self-selected professional growth activities.
• *Perform other responsibilities as defined by the iLEAD Exploration Leadership Team and the StudentSupport Leadership.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• *Excellent communication and interpersonal skills exchanging information, both verbal and written. (InPerson/Telephone/Computer)
• *Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.
• *Adjusting or moving objects up to 50 pounds in all directions.
• *Vehicle operation for transportation purposes between worksites.
• *Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned.
• *May encounter outdoor elements (>90)/(<60) temperatures, precipitation and/or wind.
• *Ability to work in situations involving the need to make informed and quick decisions.
• *Ability to train and delegate as needed in mentoring situations.
• *Reading detailed documentation and analyzing data sets.
• *Writing professionally both by hand and utilizing computer software.
• *Speak in public settings, including virtual collaborations with more than one person.
• Ability to work well independently and with others.
• *Very high level of personal and professional integrity and trustworthiness.
• *Thrive in a collaborative, team based and fast-paced environment.
• *Be passionate and supportive of mission and vision as well as have a strong desire to make a difference for the future of iLEAD Lancaster.
• *Dealing and navigating professionally through high-stress situations.

QUALIFICATIONS

• ABA experience with elementary aged students- Minimum 6 months
• Bachelors Degree in Behavior Analysis, Education, Special Education, Psychology, or a related field
• Experience implementing behavior plans and acting as a shadow aide in a general education class 30 hrs/week.
• A foundational understanding of concepts relating to child growth and development, and developmentally appropriate characteristics.
• Progressive knowledge of school-wide social emotional curriculum, strategies and techniques.
• Proven ability with appropriate English usage, punctuation, spelling and grammar as well as basic arithmetic concepts.
• Ability to handle routine record storage, retrieval and management.
• Proficiency with the use of technology (email, Google suite, Microsoft office, etc.)
• Demonstrated understanding, patience, and a receptive attitude towards learners of varied age groups, cultures and backgrounds.
• Communicates effectively in oral and written form.
• Willingness to perform routine clerical tasks and operates a variety of educational and office related machines and equipment.
• Understands and carries out oral and written directions.
• Establishes and maintains cooperative and considerate working relationships.
• Certification in CPR/First Aid a plus.
• Prior experience with special needs students is a plus.
• Applied Behavioral Analysis Experience a plus.
• Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certificate a plus.

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Preferred)

Experience:

• Applied behavior analysis: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location