Seasonal Aba Teacher

Company: the victory center
Location: Hollywood
Posted on: May 28, 2023

Job Description:

Seasonal ABA Teacher - 10 Weeks (June - August 2023) FULL-TIME OR PART-TIME

This position requires weekly water activities (swimming pool and/or beach). You must be able to enter the water.

Responsibilities:
--- Assist in assessing changing curricular needs and plans for improvement.
--- Maintain a positive, organized, and safe learning environment.
--- Manage time, materials, and equipment effectively.
--- Maintain a strong knowledge base and share information regarding best practices and proven methodologies in teaching students with autism and related disorders.
--- Establish and maintain effective and efficient record-keeping procedures.
--- Interpret data for instructional planning and program evaluation.
--- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of subject matter content.
--- Differentiate instruction in a group setting to address individual student skills/strengths/weaknesses.
--- Apply principles of learning and effective teaching in instructional delivery.
--- Planning and submitting weekly lesson plans for assigned groups in advance which adequately detail the objectives and methodologies to be utilized in a given week.
--- Teachers will be expected to follow the school curriculum and methodology set forth by the Director.
--- Recognize overt indicators of student distress or abuse and take appropriate action based on school procedures and law.
--- Use appropriate materials, technology, and resources to help meet the learning needs of all students.
--- Provide a positive environment in which students are encouraged to be actively engaged in the learning process.
--- Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with other professionals, students, parents, and the community.
--- Arrive no later than 7:45 am and stay until 3:15 pm.
--- Follow school policies as outlined in the Employee Manual.
--- Collaborate with other professionals and parents.
--- Collaborate with peers to enhance the instructional environment.
--- Applied Behavior Analysis including discrete trial training, task analyses, and works 1:1 with students.
--- Other activities include teaching job and life skills to students in the community, attending training regarding The Victory Center's program, and weekly staff meetings.

Qualifications:
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities:
--- Teaching experience within the Autism/ behaviorally challenged population.
--- Ability to interact with all levels of individuals.
--- Computer skills including file sharing, MS Office (particularly Excel and Word).
--- Excellent communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
--- Skill in oral and written communication with students, parents, and others.
--- Enthusiasm for working with children with special needs.
--- Responsible and caring attitude for the population we serve.
--- Specific training and experience in teaching students with autism and related disorders.
--- Experience in a classroom setting/or with children.
--- Experience with Verbal Behavior programs is preferred but not required.
--- Specific Knowledge and training in effective methodologies and best practices in teaching students with autism are preferred, but not required.
--- Ability to plan and implement activities for maximum effectiveness.
--- Ability to maintain appropriate student supervision so that students have a safe and orderly environment in which to learn.
--- Ability to work effectively with peers, administrators, support staff, and community agencies.
--- Bi-lingual, a plus.

Education and/or Experience:
Minimum Requirements:
--- A bachelor's degree from an accredited educational institution with courses taken in Applied Behavior Analysis, psychology, education, or related field.
--- Coursework/training in working with the special needs' population, including Autism, intellectual disabilities, varying exceptionalities, and/or language speech impaired.

Preferred Requirements:
--- Prevention Crisis Management Certification
--- First aid and CPR certification
--- Currently enrolled in a master's program in ABA, psychology, special education, or related field
--- Valid teaching certification/BcABA
--- Flexibility in teaching area (multiple certifications or experience)
--- Experience teaching verbal behavior based on Skinner's analysis

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

About Company:
We focus on comprehensive individualized programs with a 1:1, 2:1, and 3:1 student/teacher ratio, in a classroom setting that is unique in Southeast Florida. Most children with autism and their families do not have access to tailored, research-based programs.

We provide intensive therapy based upon the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), in particular those associated with B.F. Skinner's (1957) analysis of verbal behavior. This form of therapy is typically provided to children with autism in home-based programs. ABA is a scientifically proven, systematic approach to the assessment, treatment, and evaluation of behavior, developing functional life skills, nurturing a greater command of language, and decreasing maladaptive behavior such as self-injury and aggression.

The Victory Center, Inc. is a Florida-based, 501(c)(3) non-sectarian nonprofit corporation that provides children with autism and related disabilities comprehensive individualized treatment.

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