Behavior Technician

• At least 1-2 years of experience in a classroom setting.
• Must have an understanding of behavioral characteristics associated with autism and other behavioral issues.
• A strong foundation in applied behavior analysis is preferred.
• Has good communication skills, both written and verbal, particularly with parents and education professionals.
• Has a basic understanding of instructional methods and education curriculum.
• Must have excellent interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to handle emotionally charged situations.
• Has the ability to train other people to apply behavior management techniques effectively.
• Track record of success in behavior management with students with autism or other special needs
• Ability to approach situations with optimism and perseverance
• Ability to work independently and coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously
• Ability to exercise reasonable judgment and maintain confidentiality
• A valid Arizona IVP fingerprint clearance card is required
• First aid/CPR certification is required within 30 days of hire
• High school diploma or equivalent required

Benefits:

• One location at a professional school setting, no driving to appointments
• Set hours: Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Group Life Insurance, Voluntary Life, Employee Assistance Program, and Pet Insurance
• Complementary access to Calm Health for you and up to 5 of your loved ones
• 80 hours of Paid Time Off and Paid Federal Holidays
• Great internal professional development and career growth opportunities
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• $17.50-$19 per hour for individuals with 0-2 years of experience (Paraprofessionals)
• $19-$22 for individuals with over 2 years of experience (Behavior Specialists)

ADA AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Positions in this class require: stooping, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.

Light Work:

Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

Working Conditions:

Work is routinely performed in an indoor and outdoor classroom setting.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed by this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

Arizona Autism Charter Schools, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer in compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Civil Rights Act Title VII of 1972, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990. Arizona Autism Charter Schools, Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability or age in employment or in any of its educational programs or in the provisions of benefits and services to students.