Behavior Support Staff (BRT)

The Hagedorn Little Village School (HLVS) Seaford, NY

School Based Behavior Support Staff Member

The Hagedorn Little Village School (HLVS) Jack Joel Center for Special Children provides the finest educational and therapeutic programs to pre-school and elementary school children with a wide range of developmental delays and disabilities. We strive to help each child we serve achieve their highest potential, educationally, emotionally and socially by creating a nurturing environment for the child and a supportive framework for their families.

Position: Behavior Support Staff Member / Floater Teacher Aide/Assistant

Excellent opportunity to work closely with a multi-disciplinary team to develop clinical skills for future professional growth. Supervision hours may be provided by a BCBA, when available.

• Hours: 8:15-3:30, Monday through Friday
• 12-month salaried position (10-month school calendar plus 6-week summer session)

Job Summary/ Requirements:

• Must be a caring, compassionate person who is eager to work with 3-to-12-year-old students with developmental disabilities in a small (i.e., 6-12 students) classroom environment
• Previous experience working with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and/or developmental disabilities required
• Strong knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis and data collection
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Must work collaboratively with all Team Members (teachers, assistants, therapists, etc.)
• Must be physically able to handle all aspects of the educational program for children 3-12 years of age which may include, but not limited to, running, bending, and lifting
• High School Diploma or equivalent required; New York State Certified Teacher Assistants and/or New York State Certified Behavior Analyst Assistant preferred

Job Responsibilities:

• Provide support to classroom and therapeutic staff for students identified as having behavioral difficulties
• Provide behavioral support and Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) strategies to students
• Assists classroom staff on the implementation of Behavior Intervention Plans, under the direction of Licensed Psychologist/BCBA/Behavior Specialists
• Participate in team meetings, specialized in-house training meetings, etc. for assigned students/classes
• Collaborate with behavior specialists and other team members regarding behavior issues
• Prepare documentation as needed or requested by the Licensed Psychologist/BCBA/Behavior Specialists (e.g., behavior data, observations of student)
• Provide day to day classroom assistance as Teacher Aide/Assistant

Benefits:

• Eligible for medical, dental and vision insurance, 403B plan
• Generous PTO plus paid school breaks/holidays
• Initial medical exam and background clearances are mandatory
  
  

Salary: $40,365