Description Job Purpose The LYH Behavior Technician provides clinical and educational programming to students with autism and other neurodevelopmental disorders within a classroom of up to eight to twelve students using the principles of applied behavior analysis. Duties and Responsibilities Preparation/Materials • Assists in creating materials as instructed by Behavior Analyst (BCBA) or Special Education Teacher • Ensures that materials are well organized, complete, and replaced as needed • Alerts BCBA or Special Education Teacher if materials may need to be ordered prior to running out Teaching • Runs instructional sessions independently • Runs educational programs accurately • Performs error correction procedure accurately • Takes advantage of natural teaching opportunities • Implements behavior support plans accurately • Manages other challenging behaviors effectively • Implements additional protocols accurately (e.g., medicine, diet, toileting) • Supervises higher ratios of learners during lunch or other non-instructional periods • Provides instruction in 1:1, 1:2, or small group arrangements Communication • Maintains home/school contact (e.g., daily communication logs) • Participates in classroom, team, and all staff meetings as requested • Coordinates and collaborates with learner’s related service personnel as applicable • Communicates with supervisors about problem programs and behavior • Maintains weekly schedule and communicates availability to supervisor as required Data Collection and Analysis • Collects data accurately, quickly, and consistently • Maintains accurate graphs in electronic data collection system • Updates all program information in data sheets and/or electronic data collection system in a timely manner • Alerts BCBA or Special Education Teacher if data is variable or if no progress has been made for assigned students Professionalism • Arrives on time for work • Shows flexibility to change • Has a positive attitude towards students and staff members • Adheres to safety protocols • Makes prudent use of sick/personal time • Assists with special projects and assignments as requested • Takes on additional responsibilities when work is complete • Assists in keeping common spaces clean and organized • Accepts feedback and constructive criticism • Adheres to the mission, vision and values of VIA School Inclusion (If Applicable) • Safely transports learners to other school for instruction as requested/required • Uses discretion with prompts while in inclusion setting • Promotes independence in inclusion setting • Modifies school curriculum when necessary • Facilitates communication with peers in inclusion setting • Facilitates communication with inclusion staff • Collects data when necessary in inclusion setting • Notifies supervisor when support programs are needed • Represents VIA with professionalism Community- Based Education/ Vocational Training (If Applicable) • Safely transports learners to community settings as requested/required • Uses discretion with prompts while in public • Promotes independence and competence with skills • Takes advantage of natural teaching opportunities in public • Interacts appropriately with other community members • Collects data when necessary in community • Manages learners’ valuables including money and personal belongings • Leaves and arrives on time for community-based programs • Notifies supervisor when support programs are needed • Represents VIA with professionalism Position Type This is a full-time position. This position involves working with students who exhibit challenging and/or aggressive behavior and participation in community outings. Requirements Qualifications • Valid driver’s license required • High school diploma or equivalency required • Bachelor’s degree preferred • Experience in the application of applied behavior analysis (ABA) in the education of students with autism is preferred