Roxbury Elementary School: Special Education Paraeducator - ASD Program (RBT)

Union: Paraeducators of Stamford Association, Inc./UPSEU Compensation: Per Paraeducator Contract Wage Schedule IV.About Stamford Public Schools: The mission of Stamford Public Schools (SPS) is to provide an education that cultivates productive habits of mind, body and heart in every student. Our vision is for SPS to be a learning organization that continuously improves its effective, innovative and transformational teaching and learning. We will challenge, inspire and prepare all students to be productive contributing members of society. SPS strives to hire exceptional, diverse, and passionate staff who help us achieve our mission and vision. If you share our commitment to Success for ALL, we would love for you to become a part of our learning community! General Statement: To work with the Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to address significant student behavioral issues, help to implement more complex learning plans, activities of daily living, and support social skills development, either in the educational setting or in the home. Behavior Technicians are responsible for monitoring Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) based instructional plans under the supervision of the BCBA and the teacher plans as directed by the BCBA for a caseload of students identified by the BCBA.ASD - Autism Spectrum Disorder This program is specifically designed for students who have a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder. Students enrolled in this class have difficulties with behavior, social skills, and learning in a general education setting. The ASD classrooms focus on delivering instruction while utilizing ABA methodology with BCBA supervision. Classrooms have at least one teacher and four paraeducators. Learning is occurring in small groups, with individual instruction as well. Data is taken to drive educational decision making. Related services can include BCBA, speech therapy, social skills, occupational therapy, and physical therapy. See job description attached at the top of the posting for: Major Responsibilities Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Note: Teachers dually certified in TESOL, Bilingual Education or ESL, with experience in Sheltered Instruction or fluency in a language other than English, will be given preference for all Stamford Public School positions. Application Procedures: Online application is required and must be filled out completely even if attaching a resume. "See attached resume" is not acceptable. Only submitted applications of candidates who meet the stated posting requirements will be considered. Required Application Documents: To be considered for this position, please provide the following: A cover letter outlining your interest and qualifications. A current resume. External Candidates: Two (2) or more letters of reference, dated within the last two years, one of which is from either a current or recent supervisor or someone currently in a leadership role. The filling of this position is based upon continued funding in the Board of Education budget.