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Location: Newtown,CT, USA

Date: 2024-10-29T08:02:03Z

Job Description:

Job Description:

NEWTOWN PUBLIC SCHOOLS

October 24, 2024

POSITION: Behavioral Therapist Positions - 32.5 hours/week

LOCATION: District

START DATE: Immediately

Responsibilities:

The ABA Therapist will report to a designated special education teacher and will:

* implement IEP goals as directed by the Special Education Teacher

* work with other specialists and parents to implement additional specified goals and objectives

* implement programs developed by teacher and consultant

* teach daily living, social skills, receptive and expressive language skills

* maintain accurate data and graphing on all designated programs

* plan and implement all aspects of systematic instructional sequences within self-contained classroom, inclusion environments, and reverse mainstream environments

* meet regularly with ABA consultant, special education teacher, support team

* attend staff meetings

* video tape work sessions as appropriate

* provide reports of student progress when deemed necessary by teacher and/or team

* maintain student safety including the application of crisis prevention interventions and physical management techniques, including protective holds, when necessary and appropriate

* implement behavior intervention plans designed to reinforce appropriate behaviors and eliminate inappropriate behaviors including disruptive behaviors such as aggression or bolting

Qualifications:

* Two to three years' experience providing ABA instruction

* demonstrate knowledge of special education practices (autism)

* possess excellent written and verbal communication skills

* must be flexible, creative, and demonstrate strong organizational skills

* must be highly motivated and self-directed

Remuneration: $30.75 / Hour

The Newtown Public School District values the benefits that a diverse workforce brings to our students and community. We are committed to recruiting, supporting, mentoring, coaching and retaining a highly motivated, diverse, dedicated, and enthusiastic staff. We welcome your interest in joining us and look forward to meeting you!

Application: Please apply on line through the following link:

www.applitrack.com/newtown/onlineapp

The Newtown Public School District is committed to a policy of equal opportunity/affirmative action for all qualified

persons. The Newtown Public School District does not discriminate in any employment practice, education program,

or educational activity on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, alienage, marital

status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status,

status as a domestic violence victim, or any other basis prohibited by Connecticut state and/or federal

nondiscrimination laws, except in the case of a bona fide occupational qualification.

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