Westborough Public Schools - Westborough, MA
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About the position
Westborough Public Schools is seeking a talented Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) long term substitute to join our caring staff at Hastings Elementary School. The position is available from Mid-January to the end of the year (June) or from Mid-March to the end of the year (June). The Westborough Public Schools enthusiastically welcome professionals to our district who thrive in a diverse environment that focuses on the importance of relationships with our students, staff, families, and community. We are an innovative, supportive, and high-performing district whose stellar staff provides high quality services for our diverse students and their families. We educate approximately 4,000 students from Pre-K through age 22, from homes that speak almost 30 different languages. Our student population is approximately 49% Students of Color and 51% White students. With a graduation rate of 97% and 90% of our students attending post-secondary schools, we are proud of our commitment to excellence in educating students to be informed and successful citizens of a global world.
Responsibilities
- Provide support to individuals and their families by coordinating and providing services consistent with Applied Behavior Analysis.
- Conduct functional data analyses and assessments.
- Support the Team with behavior acquisition and reduction procedures, as well as adaptive life skills across a variety of settings.
- Provide ongoing support to students, parents, and teachers as it relates to the implementation and documentation associated with Behavior Support Plans.
- Assist in the development, facilitation, and follow-up training consistent with Applied Behavior Analysis methodologies.
- Facilitate and assist in the development of resources and support information for students and their families.
- Provide model teaching and other direct instructional support including class instruction and in-service instruction to other support professionals.
- Collaborate with the Team in the development of behavior plans/treatment plans for students who require that level of support.
- Work closely with the School Psychologists/Adjustment Counselors and school personnel to effectively support the clinical needs of students with emotional needs profiles.
- Participate and collaborate with the school Clinical Team to support the needs of all students.
- Attend continuing education courses to maintain BCBA certification.
- Maintain all data, paperwork, and communication between personal care staff and families.
Requirements
- Master's degree from an accredited college/university.
- Massachusetts licensure as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst.
- Satisfactory CORI and SAFIS Background Check per 603 CMR 51.00.
- Demonstrated competence in behavior management skills, instructional skills, oral and written communication, organizational skills, and interpersonal relations.
- Knowledge of de-escalation strategies, programming and implementation.
- Knowledge of CBT and/or DBT methodologies.
- Trained in formalized Physical Management program such as Safety-Care.
- Cultural proficiency.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience with English Language Learners in a diverse public school setting.
- Successful completion of internship and/or formal training in the analysis of behavior and instructional strategies training related to working with clients who have pervasive developmental disorders including Autism.
Benefits
- Per diem salary of $275 per day.
- No benefits provided.
