Junior Instructor - French speakers needed for the ESDM program

Roles and Responsibilities

• Implement specialized behavioural and/or developmental approaches as outlined in each client’s intervention plan,
• Learn and apply the elements of the ESDM program 
• Use ESDM principles in all aspects of teaching and interaction
• Implement teaching strategies as outlined in each client’s intervention plan with fidelity.
• Collect and record data of daily progress for all client’s they work with
• Maintain an organized environment for intervention, including room organization, storage of materials and data sheets
• Manage problem behaviours (biting, pinching, etc.) according to the intervention plan, as well as under the guidance of the supervision team
• Ensure that the sessions are fun, motivating, exciting, and engaging for the client
• Respect the work environment and support colleagues when needed
• Be prepared to conduct client’s session
• Complete assessment with the supervision of the senior instructors or Clinical Team Leader
• Attend weekly meetings
• Successful applicants may be eligible for FREE supervision by qualified professionals for both ESDM and BACB certifications.

Communication and Coordination          

• Maintain a professional standard of conduct
• Collaborate with Seniors/Supervisors to promote program development, staff success and success of the centre
• Collaborate in day-to-day planning (provide notice of unavailability)
• Assist in preparation of program materials
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team (speech therapist, psychomotor therapist, BCBA)
• Maintain strict professional relationship with all clients

Qualifications and Requirements

• Demonstrate judgment, patience, and empathy
• Show strong analytical skills, is receptive to feedback from supervisor and able to implement suggestions
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship skills
• Sense of organization and priorities
• 1 – 5 years of experience with individuals with developmental delays and/or neurodevelopmental disorders, as part of an ABA or Special Education Diploma (DEC) program is an asset
• Undergraduate degree is an asset
• Bilingualism (French and English) is an asset
• Complete a criminal record check
• Have completed or will complete a workplace First Aid course