Lead Behavior Interventionist (La Palma)

Job Summary

Beacon Day School Mission Statement

Our mission is to serve students with autism and related disorders and their families by providing an exceptional, innovative, and student-centered education in a safe, collaborative and compassionate environment.

Definition:

This position is responsible for supporting the specialized academic services provided to the students enrolled at Beacon Day School Special Education program and will also serve as a professional resource for other staff.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

- Perform all the duties and responsibilities of a Behavior Interventionist within the classroom.
- Be familiar with all students within the classroom, knowing the details of the Extended Individualized Behavior Intervention plan
- Be familiar with and know the Replacement Behaviors to be worked on with each student.
- Be familiar with and know the Reactive Strategies that should be used with each student.
- Attend weekly meetings with the Behavior Team in order to review student progress and/or concerns.
- Assist with behavior management during transportation (should it be deemed necessary, such as in a crisis or when a new student arrives).
- Performs other related duties, as required

Comments and Other Information

Minimum Qualifications:
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred;
- Experience in classroom and / or behavior management setting;
- Appearance, grooming, and personality that provides a positive role model for staff and students;
- Must have or complete RBT certification within 90 days of hiring;
- Interest in pursuing BCaBA coursework is a plus.