ABA Paraeducator: ASD Behavioral Support Across Grades

Branford Public Schools; Pine Orchard (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Branford Public Schools seeks an ABA Paraeducator to provide behavioral and instructional support for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder across multiple grade levels. The role operates under a BCBA and a Lead Special Education Teacher to implement individualized plans and promote safe, structured learning environments.

Requirements include an associate degree or 60 college credits, or a high school diploma with ParaPathways, plus at least 1 year of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Foundational understanding of ABA principles and behavior supports.
• Experience with individuals on autism or developmental disabilities.
• Ability to implement and monitor behavior plans.

Responsibilities

• Provide behavioral and instructional support to students with ASD.
• Implement Behavior Intervention Plans under BCBA/lead teacher supervision.
• Support across pre-K to secondary levels with age-appropriate goals.
• Maintain safe, structured learning environments and collect data.

Skills

ABA principles understanding

Stress management

Adaptability across age groups

Physical stamina

Google Suite proficiency

Education

Associate degree

60 college credits

ParaPathways/ParaPro alternative

1 year autism/developmental disabilities experience

Tools

Data-tracking applications

Job description

Branford Public Schools seeks an ABA Paraeducator to provide behavioral and instructional support for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder across multiple grade levels. The role operates under a BCBA and a Lead Special Education Teacher to implement individualized plans and promote safe, structured learning environments.

Requirements include an associate degree or 60 college credits, or a high school diploma with ParaPathways, plus at least 1 year of relevant experience.