School-Based Behavior Consultant (BCBA and/or LBS)

Are you passionate about making a profound impact on the lives of children with special needs? Do you love helping others build their classroom skills and exceed in their professional careers? If you're a dedicated and compassionate professional who believes that every child deserves a supportive and inclusive learning environment, we have an incredible opportunity for you!
Aspire is seeking a full-time dedicated School-Based Behavior Consultant to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for conducting functional behavior assessments, developing and implementing behavior intervention plans, and providing training and support to school staff. This role focuses on students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and other developmental disabilities, aiming to enhance behavior, social skills, and academic performance within the school environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify the functions of challenging behaviors exhibited by students.
Design individualized behavior intervention plans tailored to each student's needs and goals.
Utilize evidence-based behavioral strategies, including Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) techniques, to address challenging behaviors and promote skill development.
Collect and analyze data on student behavior to monitor progress, make data-driven decisions, and modify interventions as needed.
Collaborate with teachers, school staff, administrators, and parents to implement behavior intervention plans effectively and ensure consistency across settings.
Provide training and ongoing support to school personnel on behavior management techniques, ABA principles, and strategies for supporting students with behavioral challenges.
Monitor student progress, prepare progress reports, and communicate with stakeholders regarding student outcomes and intervention effectiveness.
Participate in IEP/Manifestation/Other school-related meetings to contribute expertise on behavior goals, progress, and interventions for students with special needs.
Adhere to ethical guidelines and legal requirements governing the practice of behavior analysis in educational settings, including compliance with relevant laws such as IDEA and FERPA.
Qualifications:
Strong knowledge of behavioral assessment and intervention strategies, including ABA principles.
Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work effectively with diverse populations, including students, families, and school staff.
Understanding of relevant laws and regulations governing special education and behavior analysis services in schools.
Knowledge of assistive technology and augmentative communication systems.
Experience using data collection software and behavior tracking systems.
Training or certification in crisis intervention and behavior management techniques.
Education and Experience:
Master's degree or higher in behavior analysis, psychology, special education, or a related field.
Board Certification as a Behavior Analyst (BCBA) or Licensed Behavior Specialist (PA).
Experience conducting functional behavior assessments (FBA) and developing behavior intervention plans (BIP).
Experience using data collection software and behavior tracking systems.
Training or certification in crisis intervention and behavior management techniques.
Experience working with individuals with autism or other developmental disabilities in a school setting.
Experience working within a multi-disciplinary team in an educational or clinical setting.
Benefits of working for Aspire Educational Services:
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and 401k plan, and more!
School-based hours, no weekends or evenings required!
Professional development and stability.
Dedicated, open, friendly and compassionate environment.
Fully stocked kitchen at our Huntingdon Valley Corporate office.
Physical & Other Requirements:
The employee may be required to sit or stand for long periods of time.
The employee may need to manage and re

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