Start a career in Education and Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) with Point Quest Education. We are looking for motivated individuals looking to increase their skill set while working with students with Special Needs.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Assists the teacher with implementing the students’ Individual Education Plans (IEP)
• Able to understand and implement a BIP
• Provides instructional support in content areas, as directed by the teacher
• Implements the classroom or social behavior management system, including coaching students so that they are able to quickly return to school tasksIntervenes during crises situations, including implementation of Pro-ACT and/or CPIHelps maintain the physical school environment to keep it functional, safe, and clean
• Supervises students during class breaks and during lunchParticipate in, and/or facilitate recreational activities of various sorts (i.e. athletic, arts, and crafts, off-campus trips, cultural awareness, etc.)
• Models ABA methodologies for the purpose of demonstrating their use in increasing or decreasing targeted student behaviors
• Maintain consistent awareness of client’s whereabouts to ensure safety; including directing clients to appropriate groups or areas in the community or school. Including but not limited to, transportation transitionsImplement provided written assignments, as needed
• Supports in record keeping and data tracking, as directed by the teacher
• Confers with agency staff on student status or the need for additional behavior planning
• Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities
• Responds to emergency situations (e.g. injured student, fights, seizures, etc.) for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns
• Must be flexible to report to a different location within assigned region, if applicableResponds quickly and effectively to requests made by Lead Aide and/or Supervisors
• Complete other responsibilities as assignedAssist students with eating, using the bathroom and moving from one classroom to another

OBJECTIVES OR GOALS TO MEASURE PERFORMANCE:

• ConfidentialityAdherence to Company policies and procedure
• Accurate work product                                                                                               
• Timeliness in completing assignmentsPositive team attitude
• Taking initiative in unassigned tasks
• Staff development and trainingImproved personal professional growth and education
• Demonstration of good decision making
• Positive customer service attitude and communications
• Excellent attendance and punctuality

MINIMUM SKILLS OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma, equivalent or two-year degree or equivalent combinations of training and experience
• Experience working in a school or treatment setting for students with learning, social, emotional or mental disabilities.
• DOJ/FBI Live Scan Background & TB Clearance
• Pro-Act, CPI and/or CPR certification helpful
• Working knowledge of standard business practices and procedures
• Computer-literate; knowledge of standard company software applications, internet
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational skills with ability to manage multiple tasks
• Problem-solving ability and proven accuracy with detailed information
• Proficient written and verbal English language communication skills, including business writing and professional telephone manner
• Reliability, dependability and flexibility

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Occasional exposure to dust, pollen and fumes
• Requires frequent reaching, handling, sitting, standing, walking, hearing, talking, stooping, bending, crouching, kneeling, running, carrying and lifting 50 or more lbs.
• Must be able to see and hear within normal range with or without correction.
• The noise intensity level is moderate to high

CODE OF CONDUCT:

Please refer to our Code of Conduct regarding the following:

• Cell Phone Usage 
• Dress Code Policy 
• Professional Demeanor  

*This job description reflects management's assignment of essential job functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned

PQI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants regardless of race, gender, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or other classification protected by law.