Instructional Assistant IV - Behavioral Analysis Aide #6639

Santa Maria Bonita School District INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT IV- BEHAVIOR ANALYSIS AIDE BASIC FUNCTION Under the immediate supervision of the Coordinator of Special Education the Instructional Assistant-Behavioral Analysis Aide will assist teachers and Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBA) with intensive behavioral intervention and perform a variety of activities in support of special instructional programs. REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES ?       Support the instructional program by assisting in the supervision, care, and instruction of students with autism and/or serious behavior difficulties; assists in the implementation of plans for instruction, monitoring student behavior, documenting activities and progress, and supporting students’ IEP goals E; ?        Implement under the direction of supervising instructional staff, instructional and behavioral plans designed by the IEP team for the purpose of presenting and/or reinforcing learning concepts E; ?       Collects data and records anecdotal student progress and maintains and organizes data notebooks for the purpose of on-going instructional and behavior intervention planning and  review E; ?       Maintains appropriate records to preserve the history and progress of behavioral strategies E; ?       Confers and interacts with the Coordinator of Special Education, program specialist, school psychologists, and BCBA’s. Provides input on student performance, progress and behavior E; ?        Participates as a positive team member for the purpose of enhancing and sharing knowledge and skills for the delivery of best practices E; ?       Monitors students during assigned periods within a variety of school environments, including both 1:1 and embedded-in-class routines for the purpose of maintaining a safe and positive learning environment E; ?       When working with students with severe disabilities, may be required to assist students with toileting needs, including but not limited to toileting and diapering E; ?       Perform routine first aid including emergency treatment of students experiencing seizures or respiratory problems E; ?       Maintain confidentiality of student records and information according to established guidelines E; ?       Participate in staff meetings and inservice training programs  as assigned E; ?       Perform related duties as assigned E.   KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES Knowledge of: Principles and techniques of Applied Behavior Analysis;
Techniques used in the assessment and treatment of disabilities;
Instructional procedures and practices;
Age appropriate student activities;
Safety practices and procedures;
Stages of child development and behavior;
Document requirements for special education students and programs; Ability to: Assist teaching staff with implementation of instructional goals and activities;
Apply principles of positive reinforcement and applied behavior analysis;
Interact with teachers, parents, and specialists in order to carry out assigned duties;
Relate positively to students in a teaching/learning environment in a way that builds confidence, recognizes and works on learning disabilities and barriers;
Understand the follow oral and written directions;
Read, interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures;
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships;
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.   EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Any combination equivalent to: Graduation from High School supplemented by training and coursework in applied behavioral strategies; Additionally a minimum of one year working in a classroom environment containing students with special needs  and specialized training and experience implementing positive behavior supports.  LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES A valid driver’s license is required.
A valid first aid card is required.
Completion of a structured course in Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI)   WORKING CONDITIONS Environment: Indoor and outdoor  Physical Abilities: Sitting or standing for extended period of time;
Bending at the waist;
Kneeling or crouching to assist students;
Hearing and speaking to exchange information and make presentations;
Seeing to read assignments and to monitor student activities;
Lifting heavy, non-compliant students. Hazards: Contact with dissatisfied or abusive students who bite, kick and slap;
Potential exposure to communicable diseases and contact with blood and other body fluids. Board approved:  09/13/17