Behavior Technician Job Listing at Charter Schools USA in Charlotte, NC (Job ID 30393)

Description

Who We Are

Charter Schools USA (CSUSA) is one of the largest and highest ­performing education management companies in the United States, proudly serving over 82,000 students in over 150 schools in four states. Founded by Jonathan Hage in 1997, CSUSA's mission is a Relentless Commitment to Student Greatness in School and in Life™. CSUSA provides an academically rigorous education to students equipping them with real world readiness, prepared for college or career after graduation. With an unwavering dedication to the success of students from every background, CSUSA is closing the gaps in achievement and opportunity, keeping our promise of Strong Minds, Good Hearts™.

Job Purpose

To join a team of people with the mission: Relentless Commitment to Student Greatness in School and in Life ™. If you love inspiring and motivating young learners and want to put students first in education, CSUSA is the right place for you. We deliver on our promise of Strong Minds, Good Hearts™ through an education model that gives every student the opportunity for success. As a Behavior Technician, you will assist in the development and implementation of behavioral modification and intervention programs for students.

How You Will Impact Education

• Understand and apply basic principles of Applied Behavior Analysis in classroom settings as directed by the District Behavior Analysts.
• Conduct classroom observations using behavioral measurements needed for Functional Behavior Assessments and Behavior Intervention Plans.
• Collect and submit data needed for Functional Assessments and Behavior Intervention Plans to the assigned District Behavior Analyst.
• Implement Behavior Plans and instructional strategies as directed by the classroom teacher or District Behavior Analyst.
• Maintain effective working relationships with associates/students within the school.
• Maintain mandatory certification in district approved intervention of crisis prevention. (CPI/PCM/or other district approved intervention programs.
• Perform and document district approved physical management or restraint procedures (emergency and programmatic).
• Continue skill development through mastery of behavior technician basic competencies and through the district approved professional development workshops and courses.
• Attend a minimum of 8 hours of behavior technician training each school year.
• To assist in the implementation of school wide positive behavior supports and classroom and individual management processes.
• Assist in the utilization of approved social skills programs for students, school wide, in the classroom or individually.
• Perform assigned tasks in a timely and efficient manner and with a high standard of quality.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of ESE or District Level Behavior Analyst.

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent plus either AA/AS, sixty (60) hours college credit, or a passing score on a rigorous locally identified test.
• Related experience in the field of behavior modification or intervention preferred.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Willingness to participate in county behavioral training within 90 days of employment.
• Ability to perform the functions of the position.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Work Environment

While performing the responsibilities of this position, the work environment characteristics listed below are representative of the environment the employee will encounter:

• Usual school office conditions.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Frequent lifting and carrying of objects weighing 50-100 pounds.
• Infrequent lifting and carrying of objects weighing in excess of 100 pounds.
• Continuous standing and/or walking is required to carry out duties.
• Occasional walking at a fast pace and/or running may be required.

FLSA Overtime Category

Job is non-exempt subject to the minimum wage and overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).