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Behavior Teacher Assistant

Birmingham, AL

GLENWOOD INC
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 18 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Implement specialized education programs and individualized lessons for students with ASD.

  • Assist with classroom management and respond to behavioral incidents, including crisis intervention.

  • Collect and maintain accurate data on students' academic and behavioral progress.

Job description

Glenwood is currently seeking enthusiastic candidates for the position of Behavior Teacher Assistant, which serves children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). As part of a collaborative team that includes Special Educators, Board-Certified Behavior Analysts, and Speech and Occupational Therapists, this role offers a unique opportunity to work in a supportive, multidisciplinary environment. It is an ideal position for individuals passionate about making a meaningful impact in the field of behavioral health and developmental disabilities.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: 

• Implement specialized education programs and individualized lessons for young students with ASD.

• Assist with classroom management.

• Implement Behavior Support Plans and other ABA-based programs interventions to promote positive behavior and learning outcomes.

• Provide Crisis Intervention, effectively responding to aggressive or self-injurious behaviors in accordance with established protocols.

• Collect and maintain accurate student data to track both academic and behavioral progress.

• Assist students with daily living skills and personal hygiene, ensuring their well-being and fostering independence.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to communicate, collaborate, and work harmoniously with teachers and therapists to ensure the best support for the students.

• Ability to keep data collection current and organized.

• Ability to keep up with the physical demands of a classroom, including lifting, bending, stooping, and other physical activities.

• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations and provide a steady positive presence for children.

• Must maintain state regulatory certifications, as required by state/program requirements.

• Medication Administration as required by state/program requirements

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• 18 years of age or older

• High school degree/GED equivalent required. Associates degree, BS/BA in Human Services field, preferred.

• Must be cleared through the Dept. of Human Resources Child Abuse & Neglect Registry as well as the ABI/FBI and pass all required pre-employment and background screening.

• Must maintain or be eligible for certification in agency-provided trainings, including CPR, First Aid, Managing Crisis Safely, and Medication Administration

WHAT GLENWOOD OFFERS:

• Competitive salary

• Health Benefits (medical, dental, vision); Flexible Spending Accounts (health and dependent care); Group Life Insurance; Supplemental Insurance; Retirement Benefits

• Opportunity to become trained and certified as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) while working in this position.

• Supervision hours are available for those seeking BCBA certification

Glenwood is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants, without regard to consideration of or discrimination against race, religion, creed, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition or characteristics, genetic information, marital status, citizenship, veteran status or any other classification prohibited by applicable local, State, or Federal laws.

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