Early Education Grad?? Come teach children with Autism!

Autism From The Start • Lenexa/Shawnee/Olathe, KS

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Autism From The Start is a playful, purposeful early intervention center for children with autism. The organization is seeking team members to provide Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) intervention directly to children through kindergarten age, using a variety of methodologies. The role emphasizes playful, natural interactions and building genuine connections with toddlers and preschoolers. The company will assist new hires in becoming Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs), a credential required by its insurance payors. Technicians work under the guidance and supervision of board-certified and licensed behavior analysts. The team describes itself as close, supportive, purpose-driven, and focused on employee growth, supportive check-ins, and maintaining a positive workplace.

Requirements

• Playfulness and the ability to genuinely connect with children.
• Experience with toddlers and preschoolers.
• A passion for autism and working with children under six.
• Ability to meet the stated physical requirements, including lifting and carrying up to 45 pounds; climbing on playground equipment; running, swinging, spinning, crawling, squatting, bending, and playing with children; maintaining an elevated heart rate during sessions; safely transporting children up to 100 yards; walking up and down stairs repeatedly; pushing and pulling children up to 45 pounds using items such as wagons, wheelchairs, or baskets; fine motor dexterity; singing, dancing, and clapping; and sitting on the floor without back support for extended periods.
• Must be able to run faster than a five-year-old.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience working with children with autism as young as two years old.
• Prior experience working one-on-one with young children on the spectrum.
• A bachelor's degree in ABA, psychology, education, communication disorders, or child development.
• Experience carrying out one-on-one behavior intervention programs, collecting data on progress, providing positive behavior supports, using relationship-based engagement techniques, or using ABA strategies to teach skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver ABA intervention directly to children through kindergarten age using a variety of methodologies.
• Carry out behavior intervention programs in one-on-one situations.
• Collect data on progress toward established goals.
• Provide positive behavior supports to reduce unwanted behaviors.
• Use relationship-based techniques to increase and maintain active engagement.
• Use applied behavior analytic strategies to teach skills.
• Engage in active physical play with children as part of therapy sessions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed