Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Manager, BCBA supervision hours provided

Arizona Autism Charter Schools; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Arizona Autism Charter Schools is looking for an ABA Program Manager for the Tucson Campus for the 26/27 School Year. This role involves supervising and training instructional staff in implementing ABA strategies, conducting student evaluations, and promoting a positive school culture. Applicants must have significant ABA experience, leadership skills, and a valid Arizona IVP fingerprint clearance card. Salaried position offers competitive pay and various benefits such as medical, dental, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• At least one semester of higher education in Applied Behavior Analysis completed.
• Completed ABA Master’s degree certification program with BCBA supervision hours needed.
• 1-2 years of management experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct student behavioral evaluations and re-evaluations.
• Oversee classroom staff in delivering ABA services.
• Train and support classroom staff on Behavior Intervention Plans.

Skills

Experience in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)

Leadership skills

Coaching abilities

Data analysis

Knowledge of IEPs

Education

ABA Master’s degree certification program

Level I, II, or III ABA training

Valid Arizona IVP fingerprint clearance card

Job description

Overview

Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) Program Manager - Tucson Campus 26/27 School Year. This is a pathway-focused position with BCBA supervision hours provided at no cost. AZACS is growing, and we invite you to apply to be part of our award-winning team. AZACS was awarded the 2023/2024 National ESEA Distinguished Schools Award for Arizona and the 2022 YASS Prize for innovation in education and providing a transformational experience by expanding unique individualized learning programs for autism charter schools. Under the supervision and direction of the Campus Director of ABA Practices, the ABA Program Manager will be responsible for supervising and training instructional staff on implementing ABA strategies, tier 1 behavioral strategies, and behavior intervention plans within AZACS.

Candidates must be experienced in the correct design, implementation, and oversight of ABA behavior strategies and have significant experience conducting these activities within school settings. This candidate must demonstrate excellent leadership skills and the ability to train, coach, and motivate instructional staff. The ABA Program Manager will work hand-in-hand with a BCBA at the school to promote a positive school culture that focuses on implementing a best-practice education model to achieve optimal results for students on the autism spectrum.

Responsibilities

Data Collection

• Work with the BCBA to conduct student behavioral evaluations/re-evaluations, including Functional Behavior Assessments, implementation of PEAK, and other ABA practices.
• Conduct weekly fidelity of implementation checks on behavior intervention plans, discrete trial training, and classroom management strategies.
• Ensure data-driven instruction through regular data analysis with classroom teachers for each child.

Coaching and Mentoring

• Oversee classroom staff in the delivery of all ABA services and the implementation of tier 1 behavior strategies.
• Train and support classroom staff with student-specific Behavior Intervention Plans.
• Maintain knowledge of special education teaching methods, research, and best practices through professional development and study.
• Conduct group trainings for teachers, paraprofessionals, new employees, or parents.
• Conduct one-on-one and in-class coaching sessions and observations for classroom staff using competency-based training measures.
• Provide evidence of weekly monitoring, evaluation, and training of the instructional staff consistent with the AZACS Instruction and Alignment Manual.

Other

• Assist in managing Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for all students.
• Update the student information spreadsheets/databases when students or staff change.
• Senior ABA Manager: Provide BCBA campus supervision hours to staff obtaining RBT certification.
• Consistent and regular attendance is an essential function of this position.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience and training in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) required:
• Level I: At least one semester of higher education in Applied Behavior Analysis completed (15 credits minimum); may or may not have had BCBA supervision completed.
• Level II: Completed ABA Master’s degree certification program, with BCBA supervision hours needed.
• Level III: Completed ABA Master’s degree certification program and has completed all BCBA supervision requirements (not a licensed BCBA).
• Valid Arizona IVP fingerprint clearance card.
• Proof of current enrollment or conferred ABA Master’s certification program is required.
• 1-2 years of management experience.

Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience (salaried 10-month school-year position: $45,000 to $56,000) with BCBA supervision hours provided at no cost.
• Eligible to participate in benefits including medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, critical care, hospitalization, scheduled accident coverage, voluntary supplemental life, and pet insurance.
• 80 hours of Paid Time Off and Paid Federal Holidays.
• Paid fall, winter, and spring breaks.
• Eligible to participate in 401(k) Traditional or Roth with company match.
• Complimentary access to Calm Health for you and up to 5 of your loved ones.
• Eligible for tuition reimbursement after 6 months of continued employment.
• Great professional development and advancement opportunities.
• Check out the career pathways we offer! https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ikK7X5J6kG2EKHqcu4WpNu_oIpVmeBwh/view

ADA and Other Requirements

Positions in this class require: stooping, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.

Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

Working Conditions: Work is routinely performed in an indoor and outdoor classroom setting.

Supervisory/Evaluation Duties

• Coaches, monitors, evaluates, and mentors behavioral specialists and paraprofessionals working with students with disabilities.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed by this position. Additional duties may be assigned. Arizona Autism Charter Schools, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability or age in employment or in its educational programs or in the provisions of benefits and services to students.