Behavior Tech (full-time) - Urbandale Middle School

Urbandale Community School District•Urbandale, IA

21h•Onsite

About The Position

To provide programatic support to behavior programs, as well as individual support to students. Successful behavior technicians will have an understanding of basic principles of behavior change, be patient and compassionate with students and staff, and be able to work with a greater level of independence than a typical associate position. Please review the UCSD Actions of Excellence to gain an understanding of the expectations for UCSD employees.

Requirements

Ability to work with students with special needs on a daily basis.
Ability to react quickly and calmly when an emergency arises.
Knowledge of IEP procedures, physical therapy, and occupational therapy programs.
Knowledge of how to use assistive devices such as wheelchairs and walkers.
Ability to communicate with extreme patience to students with special needs or behavioral problems.
Ability to work with individuals towards IEP goals.
Ability to explain and participate in daily activities.
Ability to interact in a positive manner with students, faculty, parents, and other staff members.
High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Experience working with behavior students and implementing behavior plans preferred.
CPI certification and experience using CPI techniques preferred.
Office equipment such as computers, two-way radios, multi-line phone system, cell phone, copier, and fax machines.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with behavior students and implementing behavior plans
CPI certification and experience using CPI techniques

Responsibilities

First responder to behavior problems.
Document when behavioral problems take place.
Knowledge of all student BIPs.
Train associates on behavior plans.
Assist with BIP questions and behavior concerns from associates.
Assist teachers with behavior plans and accommodations as needed.
Resource to General Education liason to ensure students' plans are being implemented.
Conduct integrity checklists.
Ensure student plans are being implemented.
Perform classroom/student observations.
Check-in when concerns are raised in regards to BIPs or new behavior.
Assist with planning of Social Skills and instruction.
Assist in creating student materials related to BIPs (social stories, break cards, etc.)
Attend meetings regarding student BIPs.
Behavior team meetings (i.e. with School Psychologist, Behavior Analyst, etc.)
Escort students to/from bus.
Assist with morning routine.
Provide direct associate service when needed.
Provide post-crisis communication as directed by the Special Education teacher and/or administrator.
Enter Chapter 103b documentation.
Scan student information to district shared drive.
Maintain a reliable attendance record.
Maintain confidentiality.
Other duties as assigned.