Educational Paraprofessional ABA Trainer

Job Description:

ACES Bassett Road School Grove Program is actively seeking motivated individuals who have a desire and passion to work as full-time ABA Trainers.

• The Grove Program is based on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and deliver dynamic, high quality educational services to individuals aged 3-22 with diagnoses of autism and/or other related developmental disorders.
• ABA Trainers are frontline instructors teaching students in 1:1 and small group settings across a variety of skill and content areas.
• ABA Trainers facilitate discrete trial instruction, natural environment training and other evidence-based practices.
• ABA Trainers work toward increasing a students independent functioning and academic skills while decreasing challenging behaviors.
• Qualified applicants will possess a high school diploma and have the desire to have a positive impact on the lives of individuals in a dynamic, fast paced learning environment.
• This is a 10-month position, plus mandatory Extended School Year summer school during the month of July. The school year starts in mid August and runs into June.

Training & Supervision Provided:

• ACES ASSIST training includes behavior de-escalation and physical management strategies and protocols.

• 40 hours of training that meets the requirements to become a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) in alignment with the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB).

• Reimbursement provided for the application and examination fees associated with RBT certification.

• Supervision and support provided by a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and a certified Special Education teacher.

Benefits & Perks:

• Comprehensive health/medical benefits offered.
• Retirement/Pension Program.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Competitive Compensation.

Qualifications:

• Qualified applicants will have a desire to learn, the ability to accept and incorporate feedback, value timeliness and excellent attendance, possess the skills needed to work on a collaborative student centered team, and the ability to communicate effectively and positively with supervisors, peers, and students.
• Experience with students in grades 6-12 and transition age students with behavioral and instructional support needs or degree in related field preferred.

Application:

• External Candidates: apply online at www.aces.org
• Internal Candidates: apply via the "Careers at ACES" link on InterfACES.