Our client is a center for special needs established in 2013, they provide child-centered and evidence-based early detection and intervention for children with developmental delays.

Responsibilities:

• Lead Therapist of Early Intervention Program responsible for the design, implementation, and management of the clinical/educational program in the Early Intervention classroom.
• Prepare and implement the curriculum based on the students’ individual needs, to meet the objectives of individualized education plans, including revising or adapting regular educational curriculum to meet objectives.
• Oversee development of individualized education plans for students.
• Observe, record, and report the progress and behavior of the students, including maintaining daily records during the day.
• Plan and implement programing and curriculum for group activities. Design creative activities based on the monthly themes and learning objectives.
• Supervise, support, and train the Assistant Teacher.
• Ensure targeted objectives are always imbedded into clinical/ educational activities.
• Collaborate with clinical team and other professionals to develop clinical and educational programs to benefit all students.
• Monitor and evaluate students’ educational and behavioral progress through regular meetings, routine observations, daily and weekly review of data and weekly clinical meetings with Clinical Director/Team Leader (as relevant).
• Apply behavioral principles consistently in all interactions with students/ clients.
• Consistently implement behavior plans to reduce student socially inappropriate behavior and promote appropriate social behavior.
• Work with clients, consultants, staffs, families, and community to implement child’s treatment plan.
• Submit reports, IEPs and evaluations (as required) in a timely manner.
• Ensure professional communication of students’ progress to parents.
• Implement personnel policies, including disciplinary procedures, as needed.
• Conduct program orientation for new staff.
• Provide direct training on new educational and behavior programs.
• Become fluent in the understanding of the Verbal Behavior Milestones Assessment, Placement Program (VB-MAPP).

Requirements:

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• Must have a Bachelors’/Masters’ degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. Education, Early Childhood Studies, Psychology etc.).
• Must have at least 3-5 years of experience working with special needs children, including autism.
• Must have experience in a supervisory role for at least 2 years.
• Implement all safety and emergency procedures.
• Show a positive and supportive attitude toward the center and its policies.
• Set a good example in terms of dress, punctuality and attendance.
• Accept and utilize feedback from staff and supervisor(s).
• Communicate in a professional and respectful manner with parents, therapists and clients.
• Establish and maintain cooperative relationships within a multidisciplinary team
• Present oneself in a polished, professional demeanor at all times.