ABA Tutor

The ABA Paraprofessional plays a key role in implementing individualized program protocols under the direction of a supervising educator. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES-Program-Specific Responsibilities-Implement individualized program protocols, including but not limited to: discrete trial training, incidental teaching, task analyses, activities of daily living (ADLs), functional communication -Implement function-based behavior intervention plan (BIP), including reinforcement procedures and monitor student behaviors-Model and encourage appropriate use of functional communication -Maintain appropriate documentation of outcomes of discrete trials; record, enter and graph data-Implement evidence-based tools to help students learn and apply self-regulation strategies, and social skills to facilitate appropriate social interactions-Supervise and escort assigned student(s) at designated times within the school environment to ensure safety -Provide support in crisis situations when student may become a danger to himself or others -Provide verbal support, prompting, redirection and modeling to help the student access the curriculum-Assist with the preparation of materials for specialized instruction, the implementation of teachers daily lessons, the administration of assessment procedures as directed by the special education teacher or BCBA, and assist other students as neededGeneral Paraprofessional Responsibilities-Review and be familiar with students individual social, emotional and/or academic needs -Implement lessons individually or in small groups under the direction of supervising educator-Follow through on teacher directives or feedback and seek advice and support as needed-Adjust student support in the moment to promote student independence-Implement school-wide behavioral expectations-Model appropriate behavior and reinforce as needed-Maintain confidentiality -Collect academic and/or behavioral student data-Supervise students during transitions and assigned time blocks-Utilize computer technology for tasks, as required-Other responsibilities, as assigned by the building principal and/or supervisorThis is a salaried school year position (6.75 hours paid per day) for 181 school days. Additional compensation for a 5 week summer program may also be available.Hourly pay rate ranges from $26.25-$30.56 (based on experience).