Seasonal Behavior Technician at VIA Centers for Neurodevelopment

Charlottesville, Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

19 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Material Preparation, Instructional Delivery, Error Correction, Behavior Support Plans, Data Collection, Communication, Collaboration, Professionalism, Flexibility, Feedback Acceptance, Safety Protocols, Curriculum Modification, Independence Promotion, Problem Solving, Program Analysis

Industry

Individual and Family Services

Description

Description Preparation / Materials Assists in creating materials as instructed by Behavior Analyst (BCBA) or Special Education Teacher Ensures that materials are well organized, complete, and replaced as needed Alerts BCBA or Special Education Teacher if materials may need to be ordered prior to running out Teaching Runs instructional sessions independently Runs educational programs accurately Performs error correction procedure accurately Takes advantage of natural teaching opportunities Implements behavior support plans accurately Manages other challenging behaviors effectively Implements additional protocols accurately (e.g., medicine, diet, toileting) Supervises higher ratios of learners during lunch or other non-instructional periods Provides instruction in 1:1, 1:2, or small group arrangements Communication Maintains home/school contact (e.g., daily communication logs) Participates in classroom, team, and all staff meetings as requested Coordinates and collaborates with learner’s related service personnel as applicable Communicates with supervisors about problem programs and behavior Maintains weekly schedule and communicates availability to supervisor as required Data Collection and Analysis Collects data accurately, quickly, and consistently Maintains accurate graphs in electronic data collection system Updates all program information in data sheets and/or electronic data collection system in a timely manner Alerts BCBA or Special Education Teacher if data is variable or if no progress has been made for assigned students Professionalism Arrives on time for work Shows flexibility to change Has a positive attitude towards students and staff members Adheres to safety protocols Makes prudent use of sick/personal time Assists with special projects and assignments as requested Takes on additional responsibilities when work is complete Assists in keeping common spaces clean and organized Accepts feedback and constructive criticism Adheres to the mission, vision and values of VIA School Inclusion (If Applicable) Safely transports learners to other school for instruction as requested/required Uses discretion with prompts while in inclusion setting Promotes independence in inclusion setting Modifies school curriculum when necessary Facilitates communication with peers in inclusion setting Facilitates communication with inclusion staff Collects data when necessary in inclusion setting Notifies supervisor when support programs are needed Represents VIA with professionalism Community- Based Education/ Vocational Training (If Applicable) Safely transports learners to community settings as requested/required Uses discretion with prompts while in public Promotes independence and competence with skills Takes advantage of natural teaching opportunities in public Interacts appropriately with other community members Collects data when necessary in community Manages learners’ valuables including money and personal belongings Leaves and arrives on time for community-based programs Notifies supervisor when support programs are needed Represents VIA with professionalism Emerging Responsibilities Behavior Technicians may assume the following responsibilities as assigned by the Behavior Analyst as part of their professional development: Analyze and summarize learners’ performance data and assist with learners’ program selection, write-ups and revisions Design and prepare for dyads Assist with learner assessments Takes initiative to problem solve student programming

Responsibilities

This role involves assisting in the creation and organization of instructional materials, accurately running educational programs, and implementing behavior support plans for learners. Responsibilities also include maintaining detailed communication logs, collecting and analyzing performance data consistently, and adhering to all professional conduct standards.