Aba Tutor Jobs

Mon/Tues/Thur/Fri - 8:15-3:30Wed - 8:15-1:00 Position Summary: The Acton-Boxborough Regional School District, is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated individual to work as an ABA tutor in the Pathways Program at the Blanchard Elementary School. The Pathways Program is a well-supported classroom using the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). The program is designed to help children diagnosed with Autism reach their full potential. The students receive highly specialized instruction to each child with inclusion opportunities provided and supported as appropriate.
The ABA Tutor position is an integral part of the program. This work is performed in the classroom under the direct supervision of a Masters level Head Teacher and Board Certified Behavior Analyst. Training is provided and is on-going.Job Function/Responsibilities of the ABA Tutor include: Conduct discrete trails, implement behavior support, and treatment plansWork collaboratively with a Special Educator and BCBA (Board Certified Behavior Analyst) to implement basic principles and teaching procedures of ABA therapyDemonstrate flexibility in day to day assignments and student support needsCollect behavior and skill acquisition data during sessionsBe goal-oriented and maintain professionalism in all aspects of your workWork with students who demonstrate challenging behaviors and provide hands on support for activities of daily living such as toileting and self care in order to increase positive behaviors and reduce interfering behaviors through the use of reinforcement procedures.Be responsive to the needs of studentsArrive on time and be prepared for therapy sessionsQualifications include: Four year college degreeDegree in education, special education, or psychology preferredExperience with children with Autism is requiredMust be the kind of person who is warm, caring, respectful and have a strong desire to work with elementary age childrenFamiliarity and training with the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis preferredThis is a benefited positon.