Archived listing. The details below describe a past opening.
Basic Function and Representative Duties
BASIC FUNCTION:
Under the direct supervision of the Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), assists in the development and implementation of behavior intervention programs for students with challenging behavioral needs at various sites throughout the district, monitors and collects data on behavior and documents progress, and collaborates with school staff to coach and implement behavior interventions.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
•Assist with the implementation and monitoring of Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) and skill acquisition programs under the close, ongoing guidance of a BCBA. •Read and identify the essential components of a written Behavior Intervention Plan and Individualized Education Program as it relates to behavior areas of need. •Provide modeling and training to teachers and instructional assistants on how to implement Behavior Plans •Describe behavior functions and appropriate reactive strategies for staff to use •Modeling scenarios across environments •Assist staff in implementing reactive procedures for problem behavior •Effectively communicate with team members •Assist BCBA with observations and data collection for assessments •Collect and monitor on-going behavior data and samples •Assist teachers and staff on behavior data collection measures •Assist BCBA in analyzing and interpreting data •Provide feedback/explanation to case managers/teachers about interventions •Educate staff on general Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) skills/principles and evidence-based practices •Travel to multiple sites as necessary •Assist in the identification, implementation, and monitoring of positive reinforcement strategies •Work with student individually and in groups at various locations, assisting with specific instructional and behavior goals. •Intervene in emergency situations involving behaviors that have potential to cause harm to self or others. •Participate in ongoing related training as required and provided by the school district
•Assist classroom teacher in reinforcing classroom and school-wide expectations to help promote a positive learning environment and make progress on student goals. •Assist students with personal hygiene including bathing, brushing teeth and grooming as required; assist students with eating activities; toilet students and change diapers and soiled clothing as required •Assist in maintaining the health and safety of students by following health and safety practices and procedures •Assist students to perform and develop independent living and self-help skills such as shopping, counting money, cleaning and related activities as assigned; assist students to develop social, vocational and job searching skills as assigned •Escort students during the regular duty day as assigned to and from designated locations; accompany students on fieldtrips, recreational therapy activities, social events and during outdoor activities; may accompany students to District-sponsored events or recreational functions and ride school buses. •Additional related tasks as assigned by the BCBA and/or supervisor
Knowledge and Abilities
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and experience in developing and evaluating programs based upon the principles of ABA child guidance and prompting procedures Understanding of and familiarity with the characteristics for a wide range of disabilities including (but not limited to) autism, intellectual disability, emotional disturbance, and ADHD Guidance principles and practices related to students with special needs Training and modeling techniques for instructional staff Basic subjects taught in local schools, including basic and advanced arithmetic, grammar, spelling, language, history, science and reading Basic instructional methods and techniques Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary Challenges and concerns of students with special needs Classroom procedures and appropriate student conduct Safe practices in classroom and playground activities Operation of standard office and classroom equipment including a computer Oral and written communication skills Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and professionalism Basic record-keeping and report preparation techniques Serving students with disabilities in inclusion settings
ABILITY TO:
Demonstrate proficiency in reading, writing, and mathematical skills Understand the needs of special education students and effectively relate to learning situations Establish and maintain accurate records and files and develop comprehensive reports Maintain the security and confidentiality of specified records and information Exercise tact, patience, courtesy, and good judgment in dealing with students and support staff Respond appropriately in emergency/unforeseen situations Establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties Adapt behavior intervention strategies across a variety of educational settings Demonstrate sufficient physical mobility and strength to restrain, as needed, adolescent students who may be acting out frustration and/or anger
Physical, mental, and emotional stamina to endure many hours under sometimes stressful conditions Proficient skills to use standard software applications, e.g. Microsoft Office Suite, Google Drive Applications
Education, Experience and Other Requirements
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Any combination equivalent to: High School Diploma and two years of experience working with TK-12 students with behavioral challenges and/or special needs in an educational, clinical, or therapeutic setting
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Maintain Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) certification as Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) OR Board-Certified assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA) Certification in District-approved crisis management program (or obtained within the first 90 days of employment) Valid first aid and CPR certificates
Working Conditions and Additional Information
WORKING CONDITIONS:
ENVIRONMENT:
Classroom and other indoor and outdoor learning environments Interactions with dissatisfied, hostile and irate individuals Subject to demanding time lines and constant interruptions
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate standard office and classroom equipment Sitting or standing for extended periods of time Bending at the waist and/or kneeling to assist students Lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling students weighing up to 50 pounds and with assistance for over 50 pounds Seeing to read a variety of materials and monitor student activities Hearing and speaking to exchange information
HAZARDS:
Contact with dissatisfied, assaultive or abusive individuals. Exposure to blood-borne pathogens and infectious diseases Extended viewing of computer monitor. Potential physical hazards involved in intervening in fights and other anti-social and violent behaviors
EXAMINATION INFORMATION:
The first step is an application screening to determine whether applicants meet the minimum qualifications listed in the job description. Qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the following two-part examination process: First Examination: Training and Experience Assessment - Qualifying Pass/Fail The Training and Experience (T&E) assessment will evaluate each candidate’s complete application, including employment history, education, training, and responses to the required supplemental questions. The supplemental questions align with the approved duties and qualifications for the position. Candidates must receive a Pass rating on the T&E assessment to proceed to the second examination. Second Examination: 100% of Final Examination Score Candidates who pass the T&E assessment will be invited to participate in a second examination. The second exam may consist of a written exam, an oral exam, a performance exam, a structured interview (SI), or a qualification appraisal interview (QAI). The second examination will determine 100% of the candidate’s numerical examination score and placement on the eligibility list. The passing score will be set between 50 and 99, under the direction of the Personnel Director, based on factors specific to the examination and recruitment. Once established, the passing score will be applied uniformly to all candidates.
EXAMINATION WEIGHT
FIRST EXAMINATION: T&E - Qualifying Pass/Fail SECOND EXAMINATION: 100% of the final examination score Candidates must pass each examination component to proceed. Candidates who do not pass will be notified of their results and applicable review or appeal rights.
OTHER: Proof of identification for completion of Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, must be submitted at the time of processing for employment.
SALARIES: All salaries, as stated, are based on present information and are subject to change. The hiring rate shall be the first step of the schedule, except for classes where recruitment efforts have indicated difficulty in recruiting at that step. Appointments are made at the minimum salary shown in the posting, and increases are granted at intervals based on anniversary date.
Notification of Non-Discrimination Policy:
The Berkeley Unified School District is committed to providing equal opportunity for all individuals in district programs and activities. Accordingly, BUSD programs and activities shall be free from discrimination, harassment, intimidation and bullying based on actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. The Board shall promote programs that ensure that discriminatory practices are eliminated in all district activities. (Board Policy 0410, Board Policy 1311, Board Policy 4030, Board Policy 5145.3, Board Policy 5145.7) The Board also prohibits retaliation against any district employee or job applicant who complains, testifies or in any way participates in the district's complaint procedures instituted pursuant to this policy. (Board Policy 4030) Complaint forms are available at school sites and on the district webpage at www.berkeleyschools.net/complaints. For inquiries or concerns regarding BUSD nondiscrimination policy 5145.3 or the filing of discrimination complaints, please contact: Jasmina Viteskic, Title IX Coordinator/Compliance Officer 2020 Bonar Street Room 116, Berkeley, CA 94702 Phone: 510.486.9338 Email: nondiscrimination@berkeley.net More information is available at www.berkeleyschools.net/non-discrimination/.
Benefits
SALARIES: All salaries as stated are based on present information and are subject to change. Appointments are made at the minimum salary shown and increases are granted at intervals based on satisfactory service.
BENEFITS (FOR PERMANENT EMPLOYEES): Health plans provide for full coverage for employees and family in the area of medical and dental insurance to a negotiated maximum. All employees who work an average regular assignment of less than 5-1/2 hours a day (.72 FTE or less) shall be entitled to health insurance coverage and dental insurance coverage on a pro-rated basis. This position is covered by Social Security and may be eligible for California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), with joint employee and employer paid contributions. Current members of CalPERS working in other California state, county, city, and school districts can transfer retirement service credit to the District. All employees are enrolled in an Employee Assistant Program (EAP). The District also offers various optional benefits including life insurance, short term disability, Vision Service Plan (VSP), and a medical and dependent care flexible spending option.
VACATION: Regular, non-management, District employees shall accrue vacation as follows:
1-3 Years: Ten (10) working days per year until he/she has completed four (4) years of service.
4-9 Years: Fifteen (15) working days per year until he/she has completed ten (10) years of service.
10-14 Years: Twenty (20) working days per year until he/she has completed fifteen (15) years of service.
15+ Years: Twenty-five (25) working days per year.
Regular twelve (12) month employees shall accrue two (2) additional days of vacation per year at each step indicated above.
HOLIDAYS: Annual employees receive seventeen (17) paid holidays per year:
Independence Day
Labor Day
Veterans' Day
Thanksgiving Holiday (3 Days)
Winter Board Holiday (3 Days)
New Year's Holiday (2 Days)
Martin Luther King's Birthday
Lincoln's Birthday
Washington's Birthday
Spring Board Holiday
Malcolm X's Birthday
Memorial Day
Juneteenth
School Year employees may receive sixteen (17) paid holidays, including all of the above except Independence Day (4th of July).
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: Classified employees may also participate in professional development activities to enhance their careers.
HEALTH AND CHARACTER INVESTIGATIONS:
Candidates selected for appointment may be required to pass a medical examination given by a Commission-designated physician to determine physical fitness for District employment. The Commission may disqualify any eligible candidates on the basis of the examining physician's report. The District also conducts a fingerprinting background check for all potential candidates for hire. All convictions must be declared and explained on the application; failure to do so will automatically disqualify the application. Tuberculosis tests must be completed and a negative result must be supplied prior to beginning work.