Behavior interventionist Jobs in Allentown, PA

Benefits :

Simple IRA

Bonus based on performance

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Vision insurance

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JOB SUMMARY : Seeking caring, experienced individuals to support, monitor, and train teachers and other staff on using behavior management techniques, intervention strategies, coping skills, and problem solving for students with behavioral challenges.

Starting Salary : $65K+ based on experience in a similar position.

Paid Benefits : Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement (up to $10K / yr), Full Medical Coverage, Dental, Vision, Contribution to Simple IRA (3%), and Merit-Based Bonus Payouts.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Participate in Applied Behavior Analysis training in-services.
• Administers one-to-one Applied Behavior Analysis to students in a school and / or home setting.
• Confers with instructional personnel and provides input regarding student progress.
• Collects data and records anecdotal student progress notes, maintains and organizes program notebooks, and implements program modifications.
• Administers drills, reviews data with supervisor, and reports concerns.
• Assists instructional personnel and parents with behavior management of students.
• Assists instructional personnel with the development of learning materials and reinforcement strategies according to the student's Individual Education Plan (IEP).
• Monitors students, classroom and / or playground activities.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS :

• Participates in various activities (e.g. meetings, training, etc.) for the purpose of receiving and / or conveying information.

Maintains confidentiality of sensitive and privileged information.

Perform related duties as assigned.

Experience Required : Prior job-related experience with Applied Behavior Analysis working with children with social, emotional, and behavioral needs.

Skills, Knowledge and / or Abilities Required : Knowledge of general needs and behavior of children diagnosed with emotional disturbance; principles of child development and instructional processes; basic instructional methods and techniques; motivational techniques; correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary; safe and sanitary practices in classroom and playground activities; classroom procedures and appropriate student conduct; problems and concerns of students with special needs. Abilities to administer First Aid / CPR; apply assessment instructions, curriculum and relevant policies; maintain confidentiality of student records; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships.

Other Licenses and Certifications : BCBA preferred, but not required; completion of Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) training within 6 months from date of hire; completion of Applied Behavior Analysis training within 6 months from date of hire.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, operate a computer and other office equipment, reach with hands and arms, and must occasionally lift, move and / or support up to 50 pounds (and / or up to adult size body weight with two-to-three person lift). Position can require some degree of physical interaction with students who have difficulty controlling physical behavior.

Compensation : $65,000.00 per year

Gideon Math & Reading locations are the leading after-school learning centers for kids ages 4 to 12 years. We build confidence through academic mastery through our proven step-by-step curriculum allowing each child to work at his or her own pace.

JOIN OUR TEAM! Get a great job where teaching children is fun AND rewarding! No experience required! We'll train you. We offer flexible shifts that are perfect for students or those who want some extra hours without working late nights. If you love teaching and working with kids, we'd love to talk.