ABA TRAINER

Job DetailsJob Location: Bassett Road - North Haven, CT 06473Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $24.35 - $24.35 HourlyTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: DayJob Category: EducationACES Bassett Road School Grove Program is actively seeking motivated individuals who have a desire and passion to work as full-time ABA Trainers. The Grove Program is based on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and deliver dynamic, high quality educational services to individuals aged 3-22 with diagnoses of autism and/or other related developmental disorders. ABA Trainers are frontline instructors teaching students in 1:1 and small group settings across a variety of skill and content areas. ABA Trainers facilitate discrete trial instruction, natural environment training and other evidence-based practices. ABA Trainers work toward increasing a student's independent functioning and academic skills while decreasing challenging behaviors. Qualified applicants will possess a high school diploma and have the desire to have a positive impact on the lives of individuals in a dynamic, fast paced learning environment. This is a 10-month position, plus mandatory Extended School Year summer school during the month of July.  The school year starts in mid August and runs into June.    Training & Supervision Provided:   ACES ASSIST training includes behavior de-escalation and physical management strategies and protocols. 40 hours of training that meets the requirements to become a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) in alignment with the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB). Reimbursement provided for the application and examination fees associated with RBT certification. Supervision and support provided by a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and a certified Special Education teacher.   Benefits & Perks:   Comprehensive health/medical benefits offered. Retirement/Pension Program. Tuition Reimbursement. Competitive Compensation.   QualificationsQualifications: Qualified applicants will have a desire to learn, the ability to accept and incorporate feedback, value timeliness and excellent attendance, possess the skills needed to work on a collaborative student centered team, and the ability to communicate effectively and positively with supervisors, peers, and students.  Experience with students in grades 6-12 and transition age students with behavioral and instructional support needs or degree in related field preferred.    Application:   External Candidates: apply online at www.aces.org Internal Candidates: apply via the “Careers at ACES” link on InterfACES.