Assistant Behavior Specialist(s) - FULL TIME

MORRIS SCHOOL DISTRICT; Morristown (NJ); On-site; USD 32,400 - 39,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

The Morris School District is seeking an Assistant Behavior Specialist (Full Time) to conduct ABA trials, assist with individualized instruction, and implement IEP-driven programs across classroom, home, and other settings.

The role requires working with students with atypical development, following established plans, and collaborating with certificated staff. Transportation between sites is provided under district procedures.

Qualifications

• Training in the theory and practice of behavioral interventions with students demonstrating atypical development.
• Must meet NJ HQTA standards.
• Must have at least 60 college credits or a Paraprofessional Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Conduct ABA trials and assist with individualized instruction
• Assist with implementing behavioral intervention plans for students as required in their Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
• Implement individually designed programs in classroom, home, or other appropriate settings
• Work effectively and flexibly with students demonstrating atypical development in social behaviors, attention, learning and pragmatics of language
• Demonstrate use of acceptable procedures for intervening if students engage in inappropriate behaviors or physical challenges
• Follow directions of the certificated staff member with responsibility for the behavior and/or educational plans
• Interact with parents appropriately within the home setting and during staffings and conferences
• Maintain accurate, current data on each student in the manner specified in the individualized plans or as directed by the teacher/behavior specialist
• Provide regular feedback to supervising staff member on student progress
• Participate regularly in the staffings established to review progress and modify plans
• Assist with preparation of materials
• Participate in training sessions specified by the Director of Pupil Services
• Provide own transportation among sites with travel reimbursement in accordance with district procedures.
• Perform such other tasks and assuming such other responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Pupil Services, Supervisor of Special Education and/or Building Administrator

Skills

Behavioral interventions training

NJ HQTA standards knowledge

Education

60 college credits or Paraprofessional Certificate

Job description

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Openings as of 7/26/2026

Assistant Behavior Specialist(s) - FULL TIME JobID: 2756

• Position Type: Support Staff/ ABS
• Date Posted: 7/22/2026
• Location: Alfred Vail
• Date Available: 08/26/25

Qualifications

• Training in the theory and practice of behavioral interventions with students demonstrating atypical development
• Must meet NJ HQTA standards
• Must have at least 60 college credits or a Paraprofessional Certificate

Responsibilities

• Conduct ABA trials and assist with individualized instruction
• Assist with implementing behavioral intervention plans for students as required in their Individualized Education Programs (IEPS)
• Implement individually designed programs in classroom, home, or other appropriate settings
• Work effectively and flexibly with students demonstrating atypical development in social behaviors, attention, learning and pragmatics of language
• Demonstrate use of acceptable procedures for intervening if students engage in inappropriate behaviors or physical challenges
• Follow directions of the certificated staff member with responsibility for the behavior and/or educational plans
• Interact with parents appropriately within the home setting and during staffings and conferences
• Maintain accurate, current data on each student in the manner specified in the individualized plans or as directed by the teacher/behavior specialist
• Provide regular feedback to supervising staff member on student progress
• Participate regularly in the staffings established to review progress and modify plans
• Assist with preparation of materials
• Participate in training sessions specified by the Director of Pupil Services
• Provide own transportation among sites with travel reimbursement in accordance with district procedures.
• Perform such other tasks and assuming such other responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Pupil Services, Supervisor of Special Education and/or Building Administrator

Contract Terms of Employment

Ten months - 184days

Salary: In accordance with the established TEAM Salary Guide currently $36,000

Benefits: Full time employees are eligible for medical, prescription and dental benefits. Sick, personal and vacation day allotments are included.

The Morris School District offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

We are an equal opportunity employer/AA

Effective September 1, 2011,The New Jersey First Act implemented May 17, 2011, requires all employees of a school district to reside in the state of New Jersey. Employees of the Morris School District hired after the effective date who do not reside in the State of New Jersey at the time of hire have one year from the effective date of employment to relocate their primary residence to New Jersey. Employees of the school district hired prior to the September 1, 2011 effective date of this Act are grandfathered and are not required to relocate to New Jersey.

Postings current as of 7/26/2026 5:28:28 PM CST.

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