Education Support Professional - Applied Behavioral Analyst (ABA)
Weymouth Public Schools is a dynamic and inclusive learning community dedicated to "Educational Excellence for Every Weymouth Student." Our vision is centered on empowering each individual to reach their full potential in a diverse, equitable, and supportive environment.
We educate over 5,600 students in 11 school buildings, including Weymouth Early Childhood Center, eight elementary schools (grades K-5), Chapman Middle School (grades 6-8), and Weymouth High School (Grades 9-12). At each of our schools, we are committed to fostering curiosity, celebrating diversity, and nurturing a lifelong passion for learning. Our highly qualified educators and staff members work to provide personalized attention and support to ensure that every student thrives.
Responsible To:
The ABA Education Support Professional is directly responsible to the Building Principal and/or Associate/Assistant Principal and/or Administrator of Special Education and/or Assistant Director(s) of Special Education.
Qualifications:
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Have obtained an associate (or higher) degree, or
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Have at least two years of post-secondary education that is equivalent to at least 48 credit hours from an accredited higher education institution, or
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Have met a rigorous standard on one of the formal Massachusetts-endorsed Assessments: Parapro or WorkKeys
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Completion of Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) training course required
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Hold and Maintain Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Certification preferred
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Familiarity with Special Education/IEPs and 504 plans preferred
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Experience with data collection/documentation preferred
General Duties:
The ABA Education Support Professional supports and carries out instruction designed by special educators to meet the individual needs of students with disabilities in a calm and non-reactionary manner. The ABA Education Support Professional is directly involved in assisting a student achieve IEP goals, monitors and documents student progress, and regularly communicates with the classroom teacher(s) and/or service providers. The ABA Education Support Professional understands boundaries and diplomacy with colleagues, families and community members and communicates information for or from parents/guardians to the classroom teacher (Prek-5), Special Education Liaison (6-12) who will organize the direct communication.
Specific Duties:
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Manage students with aggressive behaviors, apply behavior de-escalation and safety skills and implement Positive Behavior Support Plans as developed by the BCBA, Adjustment Counselor and/or Teacher
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Facilitate small group instruction
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Toileting/Diapering Students
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Provide a variety of specialized learning techniques and/or applied behavioral activities pertaining to instruction individualized for student support/instruction
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Monitor student progress and collect and document appropriate data regarding academic and/or behavioral information
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Model appropriate tasks, skills and behaviors for students
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Implement use of verbal and visual supports for students
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Application of ABA principles and methodology throughout the day
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Regular daily communication with the classroom teachers and/or special education liaison.
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Perform a variety of specialized learning techniques, applied behavioral activities pertaining to instruction
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Implement discrete trial instruction programs
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Collect data and assist with graphing and analyzing data, such as incidental teaching, behavior chains, shaping, chaining, differential reinforcement in inclusion settings
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Collaborate with classroom teachers and BCBAs to monitor skill development, student progress and record appropriate data regarding academic and/or behavioral information
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Participation in district provided job related training
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Any other duties as assigned by the Building Principal(s) and/or Central Office Special Education Administration and/or Assistant Director(s)
Other Skills and Abilities Required:
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Collaboration, organizational and problem solving skills
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Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills
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Ability to operate computers, use Google Suite, and other required programs
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Ability to exercise patience, tact and good judgment
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Ability to identify sensitive information and maintain confidentiality
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Ability to succeed in complex and changing environment
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Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and the school community
Working Conditions:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, bend, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. At times may need to use physical guidance to assist students. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee frequently must meet multiple demands from several people. The employee is regularly required to sit and stand. The employee may be required to walk long distances; use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Occasionally the employee must use hand/grip strength to operate office equipment. Ability to withstand long term use of computers is required. The employee will be required to respond quickly in the event of emergencies. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. There are often multiple adults engaging with students within the same environment. The employee is required to regularly interact with the students, staff and the public.
Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) Classification:
This position is classified as Non-Exempt.
Terms of Employment:
183 work days as specified under the provisions of the Weymouth Educators Association (WEA) Unit D Collective Bargaining Agreement. Employment based on successful completion of a background check pursuant to state and/or federal laws.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Weymouth Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws.
Unit D CBA
