POSTION: ABA/VB Program Manager, 12 month position.

REPORTS TO: Principal, Assistant Principal, and Director of Student Support Services.

Come be a part of Bridges initiative to bringhigh quality ABA/VB programming to public school students!

Bridges Public Charter School is seeking an ABA/VB Program Manager to develop and lead ABA/VB programming in non-categorical self-contained classrooms. Each classroom’s ABA/VB program is specifically designed by the ABA/VB Program Manager to address the classroom’s environment, instruction, and behavior management system. The ABA/VB Program Manager provides direct coaching to the teaching teams to ensure the effectiveness of the classroom’s ABA/VB program. The ABA/VB Program Manager will design and conduct teacher trainings as well provide BCBA supervision. The Program Manager may also use his or her clinical skills to conduct assessments, write behavior plans, and assist teachers in managing student behavior. Finally, the ABA/VB Program Manager also provides training to parents and families of students with special needs.

Bridges Public Charter School’s mission is to provide an exemplary educational program for students with and without special needs. Our child-focused and family-centered educational approach nurtures students to develop their academic and social-emotional skills to build a foundation for life-long learning.

Bridges Public Charter School is expanding into an elementary school program. We will add a grade level each year reaching capacity at 5th grade in the 2017- 2018 school year.

QUALIFICATIONS

The ideal candidate will:

• Have a Masters Degree in Special Education, Education, ABA, or Psychology.
• Be a Board Certified Behavior Analyst.
• Have experience in creating and implementing ABA/VB treatment programs.
• Have a minimum of 2 years experience teaching students without and with special needs within a school setting.
• Have a minimum of 2 years experience in providing behavior services (e.g., functional assessment, development and implementation of function-based Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP), treatment evaluation, crisis intervention) to students with autism and other behavioral disorders.
• Demonstrate an advanced understanding of behavioral principles and instructional strategies for students with autism and other behavior disorders.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the nature of disabilities other than ASD.
• Demonstrate a superior ability to coach/supervise staff members with a variety of skill sets and educational experiences.
• Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, parents, community members, and staff members.
• Demonstrate strong skills in partnering with other team members and families.
• Be committed to meeting the needs of a diverse student population.
• Have a track record of being a team player and community minded.
• Be committed to his/her own learning.
• Have excellent time-management skills, attention to details, and ability to work independently.
• Have a passion for urban public schools.
• Adhere to a high level of professional and ethical standards.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Design, implement and manage evidence-based ABA/VB programming for 4 non-categorical self-contained classrooms. (The number of classrooms will grow each year as a grade level is added. An Assistant ABA/VB Manager will also be added to the school staff in the future.)
• Develop a system for providing regular coaching and BCBA supervision to classroom teachers.
• Train and supervise non-cat teams in the following areas: classroom environment and scheduling; planning and instruction; behavior management; and reinforcement.
• Train teams on the VBMAPP, monitor assessments, and assist teams in applying the results in NET and DTI.
• Guide classrooms in helping all students develop functional means of communication by creating and/or implementing data collection procedures, assisting and supervising data collection, and interpreting data to develop appropriate language/communication based interventions.
• Establish and coordinate system for classroom data collection and planning data driven instruction.
• Conduct assessments, write behavior plans, and provide direct clinical services when necessary.
• Collaborate with General Education Curriculum Manager and Special Education Coordinator to ensure VB programming is aligned with school wide classroom expectations, instructional guidelines, and federal and local special education regulations.
• Communicate and coordinate with Director of Student Support Services to ensure school mission, philosophy, and procedures are embraced.
• Design and conduct professional development series starting at staff orientation and ending at the end of the school year.
• Design and conduct trainings for parents and families.
• Build relationships with teachers, students, parents, school leaders, and local leaders.
• Maintain a high quality of service and high standards for program design, staff development, and instruction provided to students.
• Ensure all aspects of ABA/VB programming follow and meet best practices from the BCBA board.
• Engage parents and families in their student's learning and acting as an ambassador for the school in the community.
• Contribute productively to the school as a whole.
• Attend and participate in school events outside of regular school hours.
• Other duties as assigned.

SALARY & BENEFITS

Salary is based on educational level, certification(s), and years of experience. Employees will be contracted yearly. Contracts will be renewed according to evaluations and staff interest. Health benefits (medical & dental), disability insurance, and a retirement plan: 401-(k) or the continuation of the DCPS retirement plan.

HOW TO APPLY

Submit a cover letter and resume via email (jobs@bridgespcs.org) addressed to Kate McGuinn, Director of Student Support Services.

Bridges Public Charter School

1250 Taylor St. NW

Washington, DC 20011

Fax (202) 545 - 0517

Emails submission should include in the subject line: " ABA/VB Program Manager”.

 To ensure safety for all students, all staff members may be fingerprinted. Background checks will be conducted on all school staff prior to their service as employees. Bridges is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate all applicants without unlawful consideration of race, religion, age, color, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

Spanish-speakers and persons of color are strongly encouraged to apply.