Job description

ABA Instructor / Special Education Teacher

We’re hiring an ABA Instructor / Special Education Teacher to join The Aurora School within The Arc of Loudoun in Leesburg, VA! The ideal candidate is patient and supportive, as well as has experience working with children with intellectual and behavioral issues. If you are passionate about working in a collaborative and innovative learning environment, among students with neurological and developmental disabilities ages 5-22, this may be the job for you. This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of a dynamic organization!

At The Arc of Loudoun, we strive to bring about a just, equitable world for people with disabilities. We work to provide a lifetime of opportunities for people with disabilities while advocating for, educating, serving, and supporting those individuals and their families. We are deeply committed to a community of excellence, equity, and diversity who will contribute to the diversification and enrichment of ideas and perspectives.

The Aurora School is a 12-month day program that provides a collaborative and innovative learning environment for students for students 5-22 years of ages with Autism and other developmental disabilities. This is a fast-paced work environment.

Job Summary: Provide instruction that is based on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis with an emphasis in Verbal Behavior.*

Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for day-to-day student programming in a fast paced work environment
• Learn and carry out student programming and Behavior Plans for up to 4-6 students
• May be responsible for 1:1, 2:1, or 3:1 student/instructor ratio
• Implement a student’s Individual Education Program (IEP), Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP), or program goals under the supervision and direction of the supervisor
• Record and track IEP progress through daily data collection
• Create, maintain, and organize a student’s materials and work space
• Manage student data, including daily probe sheets, progress reports, BIPs, and behavioral data sheets
• Assist students in the restroom with toileting needs and hygiene goals
• Provide input on student progress in quarterly progress reports to parents and/or school systems or as required
• Work collaboratively with other disciplines, such as BCBAs, OTs, and SLPs, and other teach members, such as other ABA Instructors
• Attending staff and classroom meetings
• Cooperative and flexible participation within a team and among other teams
• Attend Community Based Instruction (CBI) to help students generalize skills
• Other job related duties and responsibilities assigned by the supervisor

Required Qualifications (Essential Experience /Knowledge, Skills & Abilities)

• Knowledge of ABA Principles and Verbal Behavior
• Experience working with individuals with autism and/or other disabilities who are vocal and/or non-vocal with behavioral issues
• Knowledge and experience with assistive technology
• Ability to problem solve academic and behavior intervention programs
• Experience with data collection and analysis
• Experience with high intensity behavior issues/physical aggressive behavior
• High degree of professionalism and work-ethic
• Strong attention to attendance and punctuality
• Proficiency in computer systems and technology, including Microsoft Office
• Bilingual skills preferred, but not required

Education Requirements

• High School diploma required
• Bachelor’s Degree in psychology, education, speech, or other related field preferred
• ESOL certification preferred
• Licensure required (provisional or fully)

Physical Requirements

• Standing and walking for extended periods of time
• Effectively implement and physically implement PCM procedures (when trained)
• Frequent change in position from sitting to standing to walking
• Ability to bend, reach, lift and hold objects

Benefits

• Full employee covered health and dental insurance, optional vision plan
• Employer paid Life/AD&D, short and long term disability insurance
• Flexible spending accounts with employer contribution to healthcare FSA
• Employee sponsored 401k plan with match
• Paid sick and personal days, along with paid school holidays and closures (follow LCPS)
• Supervision for those pursuing BACB Certification as BCaBA, BCBA, and/or RBT

How to Apply

Interested in being our ABA Instructor / Special Education Teacher? If so, please submit your resume and cover letter (brief summary stating why you think this is the place for you). Thank you for your interest! We will reach out to those that best meet the qualifications.

The Arc of Loudoun is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We truly believe in celebrating our differences and building a culturally diverse team dedicated to working with people with disabilities.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $45,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
To keep our employees safe, we strictly adhere to CDC, VDH, and The Arc of Loudoun guidelines for safety and sanitation. All employees must be vaccinated, or have a valid medical or religious exemption.

Application Question(s):

• What is your hourly rate range expectation?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• high intensity/aggressive behavior issues: 2 years (Preferred)
• ABA Principles: 1 year (Preferred)
• Special education: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Virginia Teaching License (Required)

Work Location: One location

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