ABA Program Assistant - Elementary Special Ed

Wachusett Regional School District (MA); Sterling (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Wachusett Regional School District—Houghton Elementary School in Sterling, MA is seeking an ABA Program Assistant (2) to support students with special needs under the supervision of a BCBA. This is a full-time, 37.5-hour weekly position with a 239-day schedule.

Ideal candidates hold a high school diploma or equivalent and have experience with special needs students; a Registered Behavior Technician certification is preferred and strong communication skills are essential for collaboration with

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience working with students with special needs preferred.
• Strong communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Uses applied behavior teaching, communication, and reinforcement techniques.
• Collects and documents data daily, including discrete trial outcomes and graphing.
• Maintains records, schedules, and materials for teachers and BCBA support.
• Supports students with IEP/behavior plans in both individual and group settings.
• Assists with crisis prevention training and safety procedures.

Skills

Experience with special needs students

Strong communication skills

RBT certificate preferred

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Augmentative communication devices

Job description

Wachusett Regional School District—Houghton Elementary School in Sterling, MA is seeking an ABA Program Assistant (2) to support students with special needs under the supervision of a BCBA. This is a full-time, 37.5-hour weekly position with a 239-day schedule.

Ideal candidates hold a high school diploma or equivalent and have experience with special needs students; a Registered Behavior Technician certification is preferred and strong communication skills are essential for collaboration with