ABA TRAINER

Aces; North Haven (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement/Pension

Tuition reimbursement

Competitive pay

Job summary

ACES Bassett Road School Grove Program in North Haven, CT is seeking motivated individuals to join as full-time ABA Trainers. This role involves delivering 1:1 and small group instruction to students aged 3–22 using Applied Behavior Analysis techniques.

Trainers work under supervision from a BCBA and a certified teacher, with training provided to support RBT pathways. The position runs for 10 months plus summer ESY and offers comprehensive benefits and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; related field degree preferred.
• Experience with students with behavioral or instructional support needs is preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively and positively with supervisors, peers, and students.]
• Allowed to communicate with colleagues and supervisors in a constructive manner.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group instruction to students aged 3–22.
• Implement discrete trial instruction and natural environment teaching.
• Use evidence-based ABA practices to increase independence and reduce challenging behaviors.
• Collaborate with BCBA and special education staff to support student progress.

Skills

Desire to learn

Feedback acceptance

Punctuality

Communication

Teamwork

Collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Degree in related field preferred

Job description

ABA TRAINER# ABA TRAINERBassett Road - North Haven, CT 06473## OverviewSalary Range$24.35 - $24.35 HourlyPosition TypeFull TimeJob ShiftDayTravel PercentageNoneCategoryEducation## Description**ACES Bassett Road School Grove Program is**actively seeking motivated individuals who have a desire and passion to work as full-time ABA Trainers.* The Grove Program is based on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and deliver dynamic, high quality educational services to individuals aged 3-22 with diagnoses of autism and/or other related developmental disorders.* ABA Trainers are frontline instructors teaching students in 1:1 and small group settings across a variety of skill and content areas.* ABA Trainers facilitate discrete trial instruction, natural environment training and other evidence-based practices.* ABA Trainers work toward increasing a student's independent functioning and academic skills while decreasing challenging behaviors.* Qualified applicants will possess a high school diploma and have the desire to have a positive impact on the lives of individuals in a dynamic, fast paced learning environment.* This is a 10-month position, plus mandatory Extended School Year summer school during the month of July. The school year starts in mid August and runs into June.**Training & Supervision Provided:*** ACES ASSIST training includes behavior de-escalation and physical management strategies and protocols.* 40 hours of training that meets the requirements to become a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) in alignment with the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB). + Reimbursement provided for the application and examination fees associated with RBT certification.* Supervision and support provided by a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and a certified Special Education teacher.**Benefits & Perks**:* Comprehensive health/medical benefits offered.* Retirement/Pension Program.* Tuition Reimbursement.* Competitive Compensation.## Qualifications**Qualifications**:* Qualified applicants will have a desire to learn, the ability to accept and incorporate feedback, value timeliness and excellent attendance, possess the skills needed to work on a collaborative student centered team, and the ability to communicate effectively and positively with supervisors, peers, and students.* Experience working with students with behavioral and instructional support needs or degree in related field preferred.**Application**:* External Candidates: apply online at www.aces.org* Internal Candidates: apply via the “*Careers at ACES*” link on *InterfACES*.