(244) Behavior Support Specialist

The Board of Cooperative Educational Services, Erie 2-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus is seeking qualified candidates for the following position:
Position:
Behavior Support Specialist
Assignment:
Eden Elementary School Site - Eden, NY
Division:
Special Education
Appointment:
Probationary - 1.0 FTE (11-Month)
Salary:
Per negotiated agreement (Administrative Management Association)

Qualifications Required: Candidate must possess a Master's degree in Special Education with current NYS teaching certification OR Consideration may also be given to School Psychologist and/or School Social workers with a strong background in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA); OR Meet the Civil Service Qualifications; AND be Licensed in New York State as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) preferred OR seeking/enrolled in required coursework to obtain the certification.
Qualifications Desired:
A minimum of three years experience in teaching and/or providing services to students with autism or other special needs including educational services (e.g., development, implementation and evaluation of student programs, skill assessment, curriculum support/design, progress monitoring and problem solving) and behavior services (e.g., functional assessment, development and implementation of function based treatment plans, treatment evaluation, crisis intervention). Have an advanced understanding of the principles and instructional strategies based on ABA, exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational and time management skills, and an ability to work in teams, and have effective and competent oral and written communication skills.
At Erie 2 BOCES, we take full ownership of our work and contributions. We hold ourselves, and one another, to transparent standards of accountability. We act with integrity by devoting our full attention to hearing one another. Cooperation, interdependence and shared decision making are key to our collective strength and mutual success. We bring our expertise to every student, every partner and every colleague, every day. The high call of our leadership is to unlock the potential of others. We measure challenges and success by what we can do, not by the barriers that stand in our way. We look beyond typical ways to educate our extraordinary students.
Online applications are now being accepted via the WNY School Application System. Please visit our web page at www.e2ccb.org to access the online application for this position. Applications will be reviewed beginning May 23, 2022. To be given full consideration, all application materials (completed BOCES on-line application, cover letter, and resume) should be on file by that date. Correspondence can be addressed to: Erie 2 BOCES, Laurie LiPuma, Executive Director of Human Resources, Erie 2 BOCES, 8685 Erie Road, Angola, NY 14006.
Prospective employees of a school district or BOCES must be fingerprinted and checked for possible criminal history as per New York State Law. BOCES Erie 2-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus is in compliance with the US Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Title IX Education Amendments of 1972, Part 86. The District provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of color, race, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, handicapping condition or sexual preference.
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Appointment Status : Probationary

Position Status : Full time

Contact Person's Phone : 716-549-4454