ABA Specialist (SY26-27)

Boston Public Schools; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Public Schools is seeking an ABA Specialist to implement individualized behavior analysis interventions for students in Special Education. This role works under the ABA Program Director, participating in IEP team activities and collaborating with teachers and staff to deliver effective programs.

The position requires experience with Autism Spectrum Disorder, data collection skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or higher in Special Education, Education, Psychology or related field.
• 3-5 years experience with Autism Spectrum Disorder or related disabilities.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in ABA intervention including data collection and report writing
• Ability to follow Behavior Support Plans and Curriculum Plans
• Strong written and oral communication with students, families, teachers and administrators
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook
• Demonstrated growth toward cultural competence

Responsibilities

• Implement structured, individualized ABA intervention programs.
• Follow management guidelines for each student.
• Collaborate with team to ensure high quality intervention across environments
• Maintain accurate data collection and graphing for each program
• Facilitate appropriate structured peer group activities
• Attend regular team meetings for students' programs
• Attend ABA-directed training opportunities
• Communicate problems/concerns with ABA Program Director or administrator
• Complete daily documentation of service delivery for each student
• Maintain confidentiality of student information as required by HIPAA
• Perform other duties as requested by supervisors and executive director of Special Education and Student Services

Skills

ABA intervention experience

Data collection

Communication skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

High school diploma or enrolled in degree program in Special Education/related field

Tools

Microsoft Office (Outlook)

Job description

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ABA Specialist (SY26-27)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5566695

Application Deadline: Jun 30, 2027 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Mar 04, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Title: Special Education and Student Services Applied Behavior Analysis Specialist

Reports to: Special Education and Student Services Program Director for ABA

Description:

The Special Education ABA Specialist is responsible for the implementation of individualized intervention utilizing the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis and discrete trial programs within a classroom setting and/or individually if deemed necessary. He/she will work under the direction and supervision of the Special Education and Student Services Program Director for ABA. The Special Education ABA Specialist will work as a member of a collaborative team and participate in IEP team meetings as needed.

Responsibilities:

• Accurately implement structured and individualized intervention programs (behavior reduction and skill acquisition) developed by the Program Director for ABA
• Follow specific management guidelines for each student
• Work as a team member to ensure delivery of high quality intervention across environments
• Maintain accurate data collection and graphing for each program
• Facilitate structured peer group activities as appropriate
• Attend regularly scheduled team meetings for each students program
• Attend training opportunities, as assigned by the Program Director for ABA
• Promptly and appropriately communicate problems/concerns with the Program Director for ABA or other appropriate administrator
• Complete daily documentation of service delivery for each student served
• Maintain confidentiality and privacy of all student specific information (as required by HIPPA)
• Perform other duties and assignments as requested by the Supervisor, Assistant Director, and/or Executive Director of Special Education and Student Services

Qualifications - Required:

• High school diploma, or enrollment in a degree-granting program, (or higher) in Special Education, Education, Psychology or a related field
• 3-5 years experience working with students with Autism Spectrum Disorder, students with moderate/severe disabilities or related disorders
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in ABA intervention including data collection and report writing
• Demonstrated ability to accurately and consistently follow Behavior Support Plans and Curriculum Plan
• Effective written and oral communication skills with students, families, teachers and administrators
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook
• Demonstrated growth toward cultural competence

Qualifications - Preferred:

• Proficiency in Portuguese, Cape Verdean Creole, Vietnamese, Haitian Creole, Chinese or Spanish

Terms:BTU, 190 days

Position Type: Central Office

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Special Education > Behavior Specialist / EBD

Special Education > Emotionally Disabled

Special Education > Learning Disabled

Special Education > Mentally Disabled

Special Education > Mild/Moderate Disabilities

Special Education > Severe/Profound Disabilities

Job Requirements

• At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Boston Public Schools, Office of Human Resources
• 2300 Washington Street
• Roxbury, Massachusetts 02119
• Email: [e-mail]

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