Behavior Specialist

Behavior Specialist

Job Announcement

AchieveKids is a dynamic, non-profit special education organization with a rich 60+ year history of providing non-public schooling in San Jose and Palo Alto, California.  Our students possess a range of abilities, and we focus on skill development to help our students transition to progressively more independent learning environments. We strive to create joy in learning and to enhance success beyond our doors. AchieveKids is an exciting place to work, and we have a lot to offer the right candidate.

AchieveKids is committed to supporting high quality, inclusive practices in our schools and programs. The diversity of our workforce and Board of Directors is essential and we are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging throughout our company to ensure a wide range of experiences, perspectives, and skills to drive innovation and creativity, enhance decision-making, and provide better solutions.

LOCATION

San Jose Campus:  1212 McGinness Avenue, San Jose, CA 95127

DESCRIPTION

This is a regular, full-time, non-exempt, day shift position that reports to the Director of Education.

The Behavior Specialist is a member of the classroom team, helping support the skill development of each student within the classroom and on their caseload.  The behavior specialist works in partnership with the credentialed classroom teacher and the supervising behavior support team member.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Be a member and partner to a classroom team serving students with complex special education needs.
• Work with students to support behavioral and educational goals in accordance with Teacher’s directions.
• Collect, input, and analyze data and metrics on student progress on behavior goals in student IEP’s and BIP’s.
• Develop, maintain, and support positive behavioral practices to promote skill development.
• Review incident reports and all behavior data on a regular basis to insure that behavior plans are actively being implemented in the classrooms and that student safety is a top priority.
• Participate in debriefings of difficult or unusual incidents.
• Provide training in behavior theory and approaches to AchieveKids’ staff, families, and transportation staff.
• Successfully complete all aspects of Safety-Care training; be prepared to implement all techniques and maintain certification. Train other staff members in the principles of Safety-Care.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree
  
• Continuing coursework towards Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst certification (BCaBA), or Master’s degree in related field of study including Behavior Analysis is preferred
• Experience supporting youth with severe behavioral, developmental, and emotional difficulties in community settings.
• Valid California Driver's License and Clean California DMV record required
• TB Clearance
• DOJ Background check clearance
  

PAY RANGE

• The pay range for this position is $8,872 - $6,918 per month. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as, but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, internal equity, and the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• This range represents base salary only and one aspect of the total rewards package. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.

BENEFITS

• Generous Total Rewards Package!
• 7 paid weeks off, plus additional time off accrual
  
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
  
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance plan options
• Retirement plan with generous company match
• Scholarship and Grant opportunities
• Tuition and professional development assistance
• Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Pet insurance, travel insurance, financial assistance, and other local vendor perks
• A fun, positive, and strength-based learning environment!

Apply online at https://www.achievekids.org/career-opportunities