Behaviorist – AI Program

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Master’s degree in Special Education or a field of study related to supporting students with significant behavior disorders.

2. Board Certified Behavior Analysis (BCBA) preferred or willingness to obtain.

3. Three to five years of experience implementing research-based strategies to address challenging behaviors.

4. Demonstrated knowledge and experience in programming for students with special needs.

5. Must pass criminal background check as required by School Safety Legislation.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATION(S):

1. Experience supporting students with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Developmental Disabilities.

ASSIGNED RESPONSIBILITIES SHALL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO:

1. Consultation with administrators and instructional/support staff regarding evidence-based practices that support the development and revisions of: Functional Behavior Assessments, Positive Behavior Support Plans, Emergency Intervention Plans, Classroom Management and Reinforcement Systems.

2. Model instruction for staff to support behavioral techniques and implement positive behavior strategies.

3. Participate in Individualized Education Program Team meetings.

4. Provide parents and families with techniques to assess and implement positive behavior strategies in the home/community environments.

5. Ability to assess and accurately document student behavior and instructional progress.

6. Engage in regular professional learning opportunities to stay current on evidence-based practices.

7. Demonstrate the ability establish and maintain effective working relationships and to communicate clearly and concisely in written and oral communication with administrators, staff, parents/guardians, and community agencies.

8. Organize and schedule time commitments to meet demands of the job.

9. Promotes PBIS, Universal Design for Learning, differentiation of instruction, and the use of assistive technology to address the needs of students with disabilities.

10. Ability to become a county-level trainer for Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES INCLUDE:

1. Complies with Macomb Intermediate School District Seclusion and Restraint Policy.

2. Collaborates with colleagues to build capacity in staff within local districts and center based programs.

3. Provide Professional Development Workshops and trainings on researched based practices.

4. Demonstrates the implementation of the behavior plan while working individually with the students.

5. Assists in documenting the effectiveness of the behavior plan.

6. Become a designated member on the building Emergency Response Team and the building Emergency Behavior Team.

7. CPI, AED/CPR trained.

8. Regular and consistent attendance.

9. Perform such other functions and duties as may be necessary and as assigned by the Director and/or Administrator.

WORK YEAR: 192 days

START DATE: September 2025

WORKLOCATION: AI Program

SALARY: Per Macomb Intermediate Federation of Teachers Master Agreement.

APPLY ONLINE AT: www.misd.net. Applications will be accepted online until the position is filled.

QUESTIONS MAY BE DIRECTED TO:

Mr. David Rilley

Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources and Operations

Macomb Intermediate School District

44001 Garfield Road

Clinton Township, MI 48038-1100

586-228-3311

The Macomb Intermediate School District is an equal opportunity employer and is in compliance with all state and federal non-discrimination laws and regulations including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Applicants seeking employment may request reasonable accommodation under ADA and may be subject to post-offer physical examination and background check with the Michigan State Police Department.

Behaviorist-Students with Autism