Behavioral Assistant

Loudoun County Public Schools • Sterling, VA

4d • $35 - $40 • Onsite

About The Position

The Behavioral Assistant provides assistance to students with behavioral challenges on the autism spectrum, emotional/behavioral disabilities, intellectual disabilities, and related developmental disabilities, under the direction of a licensed teacher. The following information is intended to describe the overall nature and scope of the work being performed. This is not a comprehensive listing of all responsibilities or tasks; work may differ and other work may be assigned when deemed appropriate.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED supplemented by course work in child development or a related field
• Experience working with students with behavioral challenges on the autism spectrum, emotional/behavioral disabilities, intellectual disabilities, and/or other developmental disabilities
• Knowledge, abilities, and skills to effectively manage the behaviors of children with behavioral and learning challenges
• Ability to collect, record, and use behavioral and instructional data

Responsibilities

• Supports the implementation of the behavior plans for students
• Participates in on-going training in highly specialized strategies and interventions for implementing individualized behavior plans under the direction of staff
• Uses training to take appropriate actions to deal with recurring behavioral situations with the supervision of the teacher

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED