Behavioral Support Specialist for Preschool

7 days ago


Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States Elwyn Full time
Job Title: Behavioral Support Specialist-Preschool Center

Elwyn is seeking a highly skilled Behavioral Support Specialist to join our team at the Preschool Center. As a key member of our staff, you will play a critical role in ensuring the academic progress and success of our students with special needs.

Job Summary:

The Behavioral Support Specialist will provide intensive behavior support and Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) programming to address behavioral goals outlined in the student's Individualized Education Plan (IEP). This position requires a strong understanding of ABA principles, data collection and record-keeping systems, and progress notes.

Responsibilities:
  • Develop and implement individual ABA programs for assigned children
  • Oversee implementation of behavioral procedures to allow the classroom teacher to focus on academic instruction
  • Recommend needed changes to behavioral goals driven by reinforcement assessments through a point-and-level system
  • Assist teacher in establishing and maintaining standards of student behavior to ensure positive classroom management implementation procedures
  • Actively monitor students throughout instructional period and support students, families, and school personnel during transition(s) from virtual/distance learning to hybrid or in-person instruction as required
  • Serve as program liaison for families regarding in-home program support in collaboration with the classroom teachers for school-based interventions
  • Provide on-site, telephone, and email consultation regarding concerns and best practices in behavior support, ABA principles, assigned learning activities, and supporting the student's educational goals to staff, families, and others as needed per the student's IEP
  • Maintain appropriate documentation, records, and reports including, but not limited to, a daily log of classroom support and family communications and collecting and analyzing data as required to chronicle services delivered, measure their effectiveness, and monitor student progress towards behavioral goals
Requirements:
  • High school diploma or general education diploma (GED); Bachelor's degree in education, special education, early childhood, psychology, or a related field preferred
  • Certification as a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) preferred
  • Two (2) years' experience providing behavioral support to school-age children with special needs
  • Demonstrated knowledge and implementation of appropriate assessment tools and practices for school-aged children
  • Demonstrated experience with the concepts, principles and procedures of Applied Behavior Analysis including, but not limited to, data collection and record keeping systems, progress notes, and graphing
What We Offer:

Elwyn is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers a competitive salary and benefits package. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment that values and respects all employees.



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