ABA Behavior Technician (Behavior Therapist)

Newton Public Schools; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Newton Public Schools Bowen Elementary School in Newton, MA is seeking an ABA Behavior Technician to provide ABA and BT services in classroom and school-based environments. The position is non-exempt, Unit C, with reporting to the School Principal and an immediate start.

The role involves implementing ABA programming, creating educational materials, assisting in functional assessments, and supporting students during transitions throughout the school day. Local travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Special Education, or related fields such as Psychology.
• 1-3 years previous experience working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders in educational settings.
• Training and experience using the tenets and techniques of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
• Willingness to learn Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) techniques.

Responsibilities

• Implement ABA-based programming for students with developmental or behavioral needs.
• Create teaching materials aligned with academic, social-language and behavioral goals.
• Assist in functional assessment and analysis and deliver ABA-based programming.
• Report to supervisor-level behavior analysts and use feedback to refine programs.
• Maintain a program book and summarize weekly progress of academic and behavioral programming.
• Support students during transitions to optimize social interactions throughout the day.
• Assist in all aspects of the school day, including duties and potential travel within the local area.

Skills

ABA techniques

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Special Education, or related fields such as Psychology

Job description

ABA Behavior Technician (Behavior Therapist)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5963012
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Oct 16, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Department: Student Services/Schools

FLSA Status (Exempt/Non-exempt): Non-Exempt, Unit C

Reports To: School Principal

SUMMARY

This position provides a variety of ABA and BT services to students in a classroom and school-based environment.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Special Education, or related fields such as Psychology
• 1-3 years previous experience working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders, Developmental Delay or Emotional/Behavioral Disorders in an educational setting
• Training and experience using the tenets and techniques of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
• Willingness to learnApplied Behavior Analysis (ABA) techniques

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• An evolving familiarity with Language Arts, Mathematics and Content Area knowledge base relevant to the educational level of the student
• Verbal, written language, technology skill and interpersonal communication skill to support communication among team members, with community contacts, school staff and parents
• Consistent, reliable and punctual attendance

JOB FUNCTIONS

• Implement academic, social language and behavioral programming using the methodology of ABA for individuals who have developmental disorders, autism spectrum disorders, or emotional/ behavioral disorders.
• Create teaching materials that align with academic, social-language and behavioral programming
• Assist in functional assessment and analysis and deliver behavior programming to individuals using the methodology of ABA
• Report to supervisor level behavior analysts and utilize feedback to refine, change and further modify academic and behavior programs to best meet student needs with minimal supervision
• Maintain a program book and summarize and visually represent academic and behavioral programming weekly
• Support students during transitions between classes, beginning and ending of the day, at recess, specials, lunch and snack to optimize social interactions and social pragmatic instruction in real life situations throughout the school day using methodology of ABA.
• Assist in all aspects of the school day whether or not such aspects directly pertain to the individual student, this includes supervision at recess, lunch or other “duties.”

These positions may require home based or extended day services and require travel within the local area.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be physically able to respond (e.g. push, pull, or carry at least 60 lbs) to students who are physically unsafe and use physical restraints as part of a de-escalation process.
• Must be able to physically respond to students who have bolted from the building.
• Must be able to physically maintain a safe learning environment, including moving furniture in response to a crisis situation.
• Regularly required to lift and/or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

In compliance with state and federal laws, Newton Public Schools is committed to equity, anti-racism and a nondiscrimination policy for students, employees and prospective applicants. All educational and employment determinations are based on an individual’s qualifications and achievements without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, ancestry, homelessness, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by state and/or federal statute.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $40,682.10 to $69,738.66 Per Year

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Special Education > Behavior Specialist / EBD

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Gabrielle Mulrean
• Email: [e-mail]