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43121BR

Extended Job Title:

Behavior Technician

Position Description:

Performs instructional and educational work while serving as a teacher in a classroom/lab. Organizes and develops course work, coordinates classes for students, observes and assesses the needs of the students. Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all employees.

Requisition ID:

43121BR

Travel Required:

Up to 25%

Major/Essential Functions:

+ Assists in planning and preparation of lessons to enhance students' skill sets related to life/academic/social skills skills through use of evidence based intervention activities, program design, records management.

+ Participates in workshops, trainings, and on-line courses required for job criteria at the Burkhart.

+ Maintains and updates proper documentation for Burkhart participants and updates program plans based on data and evaluations to track progress.

+ Serve as a lead for determining program goals, implementation, as well as appropriate program placement for Burkhart participants in a variety of setting and programs, dependent on the nature of each program assigned (Clinic, CASE, BCTA, etc).

+ Assists in planning curriculum and class activities to all Burkhart programs.

+ Participate in behavior management and instructional programs.

+ Participates in academic and behavioral assessments.

+ Communicates with parents, staff, and Burkhart participants on a daily basis.

+ Develop lesson plans and provide group and individualized intervention for individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities.

+ Participate in parent training.

Grant Funded?:

No

Pay Basis:

Hourly

Schedule Details:

M-F 8am to 5pm

Work Location:

Lubbock

Department:

Burkhart Center

Required Attachments:

Cover Letter, Professional/Personal References, Resume / CV

Job Type:

Full Time

Shift:

Day

Required Qualifications:

Post-secondary certification/degree required. Two years of teaching experience.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?:

No

Safety Information:

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Pay Statement:

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan.

EEO Statement:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran

About the University:

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.

About Lubbock:Referred to as the “Hub City” because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock’s Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.

Job Family:

Educational Support

Job Sub Family:

Lab Education

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Ability to collaborate with teachers, parents, faculty, and administrators on developing individualized instructional and behavior management programs for individuals with autism. Assist with data collection. Flexibility for minor schedule changes.

Hourly Pay Range:

$17.69 - $22.98 - $28.32