Behavioral Assistant

Position Overview
This employee provides assistance to students with behavioral challenges on the autism spectrum, under the direction of a licensed teacher.

Roles and Responsibilities

• An employee in this position is responsible for supporting the implementation of the behavioral plans for students.
• Behavioral assistants will participate in on-going training in highly specialized strategies and interventions for implementing individualized behavior plans under the direction of LCPS staff.
• Experienced workers in these positions will be expected to use training to take appropriate actions to deal with recurring behavioral situations with the supervision of the teacher.
• Performs related work as required.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school, supplemented by course work in child development or a related field.
• Experience working with students with behavioral challenges on the autism spectrum, or any equivalent combination of education and experience
• Demonstration of knowledge, abilities, and skills to effectively manage the behaviors of children with behavioral challenges and the ability to collect, record, and use behavioral data

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Months/ Days/ Hours: 10 Months/ 188 Days/ 7 Hours

Reports To: Principal or Assistant Principal