About this opportunity
The Groden Network "Your Autism Experts" lists this Classroom Behavior Specialist opportunity in providence, Rhode Island. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Full-Time Classroom Behavior Specialist Opportunity Available in Providence, RI!
Schedule: Full-Time; Monday-Friday 8:15AM - 3:30PM, Tuesdays 8:15AM - 4:15PM (Plus 2 Saturdays per year in April & December from 10:00AM - 1:00PM)
* $750.00 Sign-on Bonus!!
Excellent opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children, adolescents and young adults with autism and developmental disabilities!
If you're a team player with a caring heart who's ready to be there to help, then we'd love to have you join our Groden Day School family!
If you have prior ABA, Paraprofessional, Special Education Teacher Assistant/TA, Classroom Behavior Specialist, Special Education Teacher Assistant Aide, Registered Behavior Technician, Special Education Support Staff, or Classroom Support experience we welcome you to apply!
Become a part of the Groden Center, a program that is internationally known for evidence-based programs, innovative work in self-control and effective coping procedures, and research. This position provides direct instruction to students in classrooms and monitoring of progress, and supports students in learning academics, functional living skills, and appropriate behaviors and social skills. Teacher Assistants/Classroom Behavior Specialists are trained by clinicians in applied behavior analysis (ABA) principles and other areas, and work with a supportive team that includes Special Education Teachers, BCBAs, Speech/Language pathologists, psychologists and more!
Excellent Comprehensive Benefit Package for Full-Time!!
Company Paid 80% of Health Insurance with Blue Cross Blue Shield
Company Paid 100% of Dental Insurance with Delta Dental (Individual)
Vision Insurance with VSP
Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DCFSA)
401K with Company Match
Free Long Term Disability Insurance
Free Life Insurance
AFLAC
Low staffing ratios
Voluntary Pet Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Generous Paid Time Off: FIVE weeks of paid vacation PLUS 6 additional earned time off days
Holiday Pay
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Mileage Reimbursement
Education, Experience and Special Skills:
Candidates must have completed at least two years of a college or the equivalent of 60 college credits
In lieu of a college experience, candidates must have a Teacher Assistant certification or a Para-Pro/Para-Pathways certification
Experience working with children with autism and developmental disabilities to implement vocational and recreational activities ensuring their health and safety
Must be able to read, write, and speak in English proficiently
Ability to speak, see & hear clearly/audibly, as well as write legibly for documentation
Basic computer skills
Professional, patient, helpful and respectful communication skills with staff, students, their families or other parties
Ability to intervene with clients when needed to implement behavioral inventions including physical restraint and lifting
Ability to sit, stand, lift up to 50 pounds, walk, bend, reach and/or move regularly
Transportation of students via company vans or personal vehicles is required
CPR/First Aid Certification required (We provide training if needed)
Teacher Assistant Certification required (We provide training if needed)
Safety Care training (We provide training if needed)
Advancement Opportunities:
Tuition reimbursement PLUS on-site BCBA training program
Extensive new employee orientation
Initial and ongoing 'in-house" training in a wide array of topic areas
Access to professional trainings offered throughout the year
Behavior Management Training
First Aid/CPR Training
Worksite address
providence, RI, 02912, US
Who can apply
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