TOSA - Autism Consultant JobID: 4733 + Position Type: Related Services/ Autism Consultant + Date Posted: 10/7/2024 + Location: District Wide + Closing Date: Until Filled The Greece Central School District believes that all students benefit from a culture where diversity, inclusion, and equity with excellence are valued. Greece Central School District welcomes stakeholders who can collaborate with other staff to ensure that our policies, regulations, practices, programs and services promote equity, inclusion, and diversity. Salary: $42,000 - $64,301 (Per GTA Contract) Bargaining Unit ( click here (https://www.greececsd.org/Page/531) for contracts): GTA Report Times: TBD Daily Hours: 7 Work Year: 10 Months Supervisor: Melanie Stevenson, Director of Pupil Personnel Services Civil Service Title: N/A Minimum Requirements: NYS Certification in Special Education/Related field with focus in Applied Behavioral Analysis, or NYS License in Clinical Psychology with focus in Applied Behavioral Analysis or Master’s in Psychology/Related field with focus in Applied Behavioral Analysis or BCBA (Board Certified Behavior Analyst) and/or LBA (Licensed Behavior Analyst) Certification Expertise in the development, implementation, and progress monitoring of Functional Behavior Assessments and Behavior Intervention Plans. Five (5) years of Special Education experience with students with Autism Spectrum Disorders preferred. Desired Qualifications: Five (5) years of Special Education experience with students with Autism Spectrum Disorders preferred. Preferred experience in self contained classrooms, specifically autism based classrooms Preferred experience working with students with autism in general education or integrated classroom settings Preferred experience in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention for Schools and working directly with students who demonstrate challenging/aggressive behaviors. Knowledge of progressive teaching approaches to include Applied Behavioral Analysis, TEACCH, PECS, social stories, and social thinking curriculum Experience/skills working and collaborating with multiple professionals/disciplines Position Summary/Responsibilities: Provide classroom-based consultation to teachers and support staff in designing appropriate classroom environments and instructional plans for students with Autism Spectrum Disorders. Support teams in the development, review, and implementation of Individualized Educational Plan, Functional Behavior Assessments, Behavior Intervention Plans, and curriculum for students with Autism Spectrum Disorders. Develop and implement professional development for district staff in autism and general information regarding behavior analysis. Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with supervisors, parents, school district personnel, community based agencies and other professionals working in the area. Provide classroom-based consultation to teachers and support staff in designing appropriate classroom environments and instructional plans for students with Autism Spectrum Disorders. Abilities to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion; work within a changing and demanding environment. Ability to function in stressful situations and to exercise good judgment under potentially dangerous conditions. Direct work with students who present complex and challenging behaviors (case by case basis) Maintains a written log of consultation hours and other relevant activities. Stays up to date with current research. Must be able to communicate ideas clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing. Questions regarding this posting should be directed to: Name: Melanie Stevenson Title: Director of Pupil Personnel Services Email: melanie.stevenson@greececsd.org All new employees must be fingerprinted and cleared for employment through the NYSED before employment begins. The Greece Central School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, age, disability, or any other status protected by law. To find out more about what Greece Central School District has to offer our employees, please click here (http://www.greececsd.org/domain/2472) .