Behavior Technician - Burlingame Secondary

Behavior Technician - Burlingame Secondary Three Lakes Educational Cooperative USD 454 Burlingame - Burlingame, Kansas This job is also posted in Three Lakes Educational Cooperative Job Details

Job ID:

5776192

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

Immediately Job Description

TITLE:

Behavior Technician

CLASSIFICATION

Classified

QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma (Minimum)

REPORTS TO

Special Education Teacher, Behavior Specialist, Building Principal, TLEC Administration

JOB GOAL

The Behavior Technician will assist and instruct students who present with behavioral needs. The Behavior Technician will assist with the direct implementation of skill-acquisition and behavior reduction plans developed by the Behavior Specialist. Additionally, the Behavior Technician will assist with the implementation of positive behavior supports and Special Education programming.

ESSENTIAL

SKILLS and

ABILITIES

Knowledge of and ability to implement de-escalation techniques Knowledge of and ability to implement behavior management techniques Knowledge of intensive behavior intervention techniques Ability to maintain reliable attendance and consistency/adhere to working hours Ability to monitor and observe student behavior according to approved policies and procedures Ability to develop rapport and interact effectively with students Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing Ability to handle emotionally charged situations Ability to interact and collaborate with staff, students, and families in a professional manner Ability to maintain confidentiality Ability to maintain organization with student data/documentation/records Skill or ability to learn the delivery and use of online learning programs as needed per school assignment

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

Assists in providing instruction to behaviorally challenged individuals or small groups of students, reinforcing instruction as directed by the teacher. Administers one-to-one intensive behavior interventions to students. Actively participates in behavior intervention meetings and professional development Collects data and records anecdotal student progress notes and maintains behavioral charting data. Conducting preference assessments, including stimulus preference assessments, social skills assessments, and assisting with Functional Behavior Assessment procedures. Monitors, observes, and reports behavior of students according to approved procedures, including progress regarding student performance and behavior. Communicates with teachers regarding programs and materials to meet student needs. Follows health and safety practices and regulations. Assists students in developing self-help and self-advocacy skills as directed. Support the implementation of necessary visual supports and modifications to the instructional environment to facilitate student engagement in all settings. Assists in implementing specialized student plans (IEP, BIP), as needed. Directs student group activities as assigned. Provides assistance with de-escalating student behaviors and reintegration back into the classroom. Collaborate with Behavior Specialist in providing staff development support in classroom management and other behavioral strategies. This includes modeling, coaching and providing feedback to classroom staff. The Behavior Technician will meet bi-weekly with the behavior specialist to review student progress and data collection. Will maintain a service log of student support and/or notes for behavior specialists to be shared at bi-weekly supervision meetings. Provide support to students, as an itinerant, at various school sites, across various grade levels, disabilities, and educational placements for both long and short term periods. Follows cooperative and assigned district policies and procedures. Completes other duties as assigned. Prior special education paraprofessional or teaching experience and post-secondary education are factors in placement on the salary schedule.

Position Type:

Full-Time

Salary:

$20 Per Hour Job Requirements