Autism Interventionist

Autism Interventionist Essex Westford School District   The Essex Westford Educational Community Unified Union School District is seeking skilled individuals to provide discrete trial instruction and specialized supports to a student(s) in public schools for the remainder of the 2017-18 school year.  Anticipated placement is expected to be at our Albert D. Lawton middle school for the 2017-18 school year, however school placement is subject to change.  We are seeking candidates with the following qualifications: Bachelor's degree in psychology, mental health, education or other appropriate discipline, plus 1 to 2 years of directly related experience or training working with children on the autism spectrum.Demonstrated broad knowledge of approaches for teaching students who have autism spectrum disorders.Able to implement behavioral modification plans, provide crisis intervention, manage aggressive behaviors, and work on a multidisciplinary team. Ability to use adaptive technology with the student such as Dynomite.Must be well versed in relevant and eclectic teaching technologies including project T.E.A.C.C.H., Discrete Trials, etc. Good working knowledge of autism spectrum disorders and severe emotional disturbances including teaching methods, theories and laws. Good understanding of standard classroom operations and teaching methods. Willingness and ability to be trained in restrictive behavioral intervention.Ability to read and interpret documents such as task analysis and behavioral data.   Positions pay $18.54/hour for up to 6.5 hours/day during the school year.  Additional hours may also be needed for attendance at special meetings or training before or after school.  Excellent benefits package available include family medical and dental insurance, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, and paid sick and personal leave.  We are offering a temporary position for the rest of the 2017-18 school year only.  Selected candidate will need to reapply if interested in returning for the 2018-19 school year. For more information or to apply, please CLICK APPLY (Job ID  2855954). The Burlington Free Press. Keywords: Special Education Teacher, Location: Essex Junction, VT - 05452