ABA Behavior Technician (RBT) – Part-Time, Center-Based

Verbal Beginnings; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Professionally Managed 401(k) Plan

Tuition assistance + free BCBA hours

Job summary

Verbal Beginnings is seeking a Part-Time ABA Technician to deliver ABA therapy at our Verbal Beginnings Center. You will implement treatment plans designed by a supervising BCBA and collect data on progress.

No ABA experience? We provide training, sponsor your path to becoming an Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), and support continuing education. Growth opportunities include a defined ladder and scholarships for employees pursuing a Master’s degree.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Patience, compassion, and a genuine commitment to helping children with autism.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a care team.

Responsibilities

• Implement ABA treatment plans designed by a supervising BCBA.
• Collect and record data to track each child’s progress.
• Collaborate with the clinical supervisor to ensure high-quality care.
• Build positive relationships with children and families.

Skills

Patience & compassion

Independent and collaborative work

Communication with families

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's in healthcare/core science

Job description

Overview

Verbal Beginnings | ABA Centers | Part-Time

Changing lives. One child at a time. One professional at a time.

Location:

ABA Centers (in-person)

Compensation:

$23-$29 per hour (based on experience and RBT certification)

Part-Time (Full-Day) Scheduling:

Schedules are Monday-Friday. Candidates must maintain availability for either A or B Block:

• A Block: 8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
• B Block: 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Hours are not guaranteed and may vary based on center/client needs.

Benefits

• Professionally Managed 401(k) Plan
• Tuition assistance + free BCBA supervision hours

About Verbal Beginnings

Verbal Beginnings is a leading Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy provider dedicated to unlocking the potential of children ages 2-18 diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). With the belief that every child can learn, we promote independence and improve the quality of life for the children and families we serve through individualized, research-based treatment. Our commitment to care and our core values have guided us for over a decade — and continue to drive every interaction with every child.

WHY BEHAVIOR TECHNICIANS SHOULD JOIN US

Working at Verbal Beginnings is more than just a job. It's a meaningful career that gives you the power to change the course of a child's life. By helping children communicate, build independence, and connect with the world around them, your work creates real, lasting progress — for kids and their families. Over 1,000 lives changed and counting.

• No ABA experience? No problem. We provide comprehensive training and sponsor your path to becoming a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT).
• Grow your career. Move up a defined ladder — from Technician to Lead Technician to Therapy Room Supervisor — with the competencies for each level spelled out so you always know what's next. We also offer student loan assistance, free BCBA supervision hours, and scholarships for employees pursuing their Master's degree.
• Keep learning. Access free monthly CEUs through Verbal Beginnings University (VBU), our in-house continuing education program — so you're always growing, not just working.
• Great Place To Work Certified for 2026. Independently certified by Great Place To Work, the global authority on workplace culture — based entirely on confidential surveys from our own employees. That recognition didn't come from us. It came from our team.
• Collaborative culture. A supportive team environment where every member is invested in the children we serve and in each other's growth.

Responsibilities

Summary

The Part-Time ABA Technician position at the Verbal Beginnings Center involves providing ABA therapy to clients at the Verbal Beginnings Center, while living out our Pledge of Care and VB Pack Values: Passion, Accountability, Celebration & Kindness. All ABA Technicians are expected to engage professionally and responsibly within the organization.

What Your Day Looks Like

• Implement individualized, evidence-based ABA treatment plans designed by a supervising BCBA to address each child's unique goals.
• Collect and record precise data to track each child's progress and inform ongoing treatment updates.
• Collaborate closely with your clinical supervisor to ensure consistent, high-quality care for every child.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with children, their families, and your fellow team members.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• High School Diploma
• Patience, compassion, and a genuine commitment to helping children with autism reach their goals
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a care team

Preferred

• Associate's Degree in healthcare or core science
• 1-6 months of related experience working with children with Autism
• Previous experience in ABA Therapy
• 40-hr RBT course completed prior to start date

Certification Note

Applicants who are not yet RBT-certified must complete the RBT coursework and pass the RBT exam within 90 days of hire. We actively support you through this process — ask us how!

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical requirements outlined here are representative of those that an employee must be able to meet to successfully perform the essential functions of the role.

• Regularly required to perform activities such as reaching, grasping, walking briskly or running, sitting on the floor, kneeling, crouching, ascending and descending stairs, and transitioning quickly between standing, sitting, and other positions (e.g., floor, chair, or other surfaces) throughout the day.
• Ability to interact effectively by speaking clearly, using age-appropriate language, and observing and maintaining attention through verbal and non-verbal communication
• Successful completion of Safety Care training and Re-Certifications, which includes carrying children per Safety Care training. Active participation in Safety Care is a condition of employment.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Verbal Beginnings prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religious creed, disability, ancestry, national origin, age, or sex. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities.

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Salary Range

USD $23.00 - USD $29.00 /Hr.