BCBA

Summary: In this role, the BCBA will serve as a Special Education Coordinator, responsible for the overall coordination and supervision of assigned classrooms, including educational and behavior intervention programming, staff training and professional development, and classroom management.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Educational Programming

• Supervise development of and monitor classroom schedules and activities
• Supervise teacher in curriculum/educational programming development and planning
• Globally monitor student curriculum considering current age/grade and preparation for future (e.g., moving from Middle School to High School, graduation, moving to a less restrictive environment)
• Supervise implementation of curriculum/educational programming, including instructional practices and progress monitoring procedures
• Support teacher in conducting skills assessment
• Supervise teacher in development, implementation, and evaluation of Individual Education Programs, progress reports, and other educational procedures

Behavior Intervention Programming

• Conduct functional assessment in order to develop function based Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP) using ABA based interventions for skill replacement
• Train and supervise classrooms staff on implementation and evaluation of BIPs and fading plans (as appropriate)
• Supervise classroom and division’s behavior management systems (as appropriate)
• Provide direct support and consultation to classroom teams on behavior reduction, problem solving, crisis management, and skill acquisition as part of a BIP
• Prepare documents/reports related to behavior programming as needed (e.g., current levels of performance for the Individual Education Program, goals and objectives, progress reports, behavior intervention plans, 1:1 justification, fading plan)
• Monitor and supervise use and documentation of seclusion, restraint, or exclusion in compliance with best practice procedures, Maryland law (COMAR), and Ivymount School’s Positive Behavior Policy

Staff Training and Professional Development

• Conduct initial and on-going staff training as assigned
• Conduct observations and provide on-going feedback to classroom staff
• Collaborate with Program Director to provide professional development to teachers and assist with ongoing training
• Provide supervision to BCBA candidates as assigned
• Assess and identify areas of training need and develop appropriate training

Classroom Management

• Oversee and support daily operations of assigned classrooms
• Supervise and support classroom teachers and team related to program expectations
• Assist in the oversight and review of assessments mandated by local education agencies
• Facilitate communication between classroom staff and related services providers, as well as other curriculum support personnel (e.g., Reading Specialist, Art Teacher, Vocational Specialist, Transition Specialist)
• Assist in maintaining and communicating Ivymount School policies and procedures
• Facilitate collaboration and communication between school and parent/guardian
• Provide parent training (as appropriate)
• Hold confidential all knowledge of students and their families

REQUIREMENTS

• Master’s or Doctoral degree in Special Education, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), or Psychology
• Board Certified Behavior Analyst or Board Certified Behavior Analyst- Doctoral Maryland state licensed Behavior Analyst or Psychologist
• Three years’ experience providing educational services (e.g., development, implementation, and evaluation of Individual Education Programs, skill assessment, curriculum design, progress monitoring and problem solving) to students with Autism Spectrum Disorder or other related disorders
• Three years’ experience providing behavior services (e.g., functional assessment, development and implementation of function based treatment plans, treatment evaluation, crisis intervention) to students with Autism Spectrum Disorder or other related disorders
• School based experience (preschool through adult)
• Experience coordinating and participating in a multidisciplinary team
• Advanced understanding of principles and instructional strategies based on ABA
• Advanced skills in data based decision making problem solving instructional and treatment programs
• Exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational and time management skills
• Demonstrated ability to effectively train and supervise program staff
• Ability to perform several tasks simultaneously
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Flexibility with regard to daily routine and responsibilities

Ivymount provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. Accordingly, Ivymount carries out all terms and conditions of employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual preference, national origin, marital status, veteran status, age, or disability.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus opportunities

Application Question(s):

• Ivymount is unable to provide sponsorship for work authorization visas.  Are you authorized to work in the United States without needing sponsorship for a visa?
• How did you find out about this position (e.g., Indeed, Handshake, employee referral, social media)? If referred by a current Ivymount employee, please include their name.

License/Certification:

• certification as a BCBA or eligible to sit for the exam? (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $55,000