Daily Responsibilities – Behavior Therapist

As a Behavior Therapist at Sparks Preschool, your role is essential in fostering a supportive and structured learning environment for all children. Your daily tasks will include:

• Classroom Observations: Conduct regular observations across all classes to identify children who may need behavioral support and assess classroom dynamics.
• Individualized Support: Provide one-on-one sessions for children requiring additional intervention, using evidence-based strategies to enhance their social, emotional, and behavioral skills.
• Teacher Collaboration: Assist teachers in managing challenging behaviors by offering real-time guidance, modeling effective intervention techniques, and suggesting classroom modifications.
• Behavior Tracking & Reporting: Monitor students’ progress through structured behavioral assessments and maintain detailed reports to track improvements and areas needing further support.
• Team Communication: Regularly update academic coordinators and teachers on observed behaviors, intervention outcomes, and recommended strategies for consistency across learning environments.
• Parent Meetings: Engage with parents to discuss their child's progress, address concerns, and provide reinforcement strategies to implement at home for consistency.
• Positive Reinforcement: Apply and promote positive reinforcement techniques to encourage appropriate behaviors and reduce behavioral challenges.
• Behavior Plan Development: Design and implement individualized behavior intervention plans, ensuring proper execution and adjustments based on the child's progress.

 

Monthly Responsibilities – Behavior Therapist

• Behavioral Assessments: Conduct in-depth evaluations of children receiving behavioral support, tracking their progress and adjusting intervention plans as needed.
• Teacher Workshops & Training: Organize training sessions for teachers on behavior management techniques, de-escalation strategies, and positive reinforcement methods.
• Data Review & Reporting: Compile and analyze behavioral data to assess trends, identify areas for improvement, and present findings to the academic coordinators.
• Parent Check-ins & Workshops: Hold monthly check-in meetings with parents to discuss their child’s development and offer workshops on managing behaviors at home.
• Curriculum & Environment Adjustments: Collaborate with academic coordinators to ensure the classroom environment and activities align with behavioral best practices.
• Crisis Intervention Planning: Review and update intervention protocols for handling behavioral crises to ensure a safe and supportive preschool environment.

Team Strategy Meetings: Participate in monthly meetings with academic coordinators, teachers, and management to align behavioral intervention strategies with Sparks' overall educational approach.

Qualifications & Education:Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Special Education, or a related field (Master’s degree is a plus).Certification or training in Behavior Analysis, Child Development, or Special Education is preferred.Minimum 1-2 years of experience working with young children in a behavioral or educational setting.Skills & Competencies:Strong understanding of child psychology, behavioral interventions, and positive reinforcement techniques.Experience in assessing, tracking, and managing children's behavior in a classroom setting.Ability to develop and implement individualized behavior intervention plans.Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with teachers, parents, and academic coordinators.Ability to train and support teachers in managing challenging behaviors.Strong documentation and reporting skills for tracking progress and presenting behavioral assessments.Problem-solving and crisis management abilities to handle behavioral challenges calmly and effectively.Passionate about child development and committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment.Additional Requirements:Fluency in English (both spoken and written).Ability to conduct parent workshops and teacher training on behavioral strategies.Familiarity with early childhood education principles and classroom management techniques.Adaptability and patience when working with children of diverse needs.