Autism ABA Instructor (Bridges Community School)

EASTCONN Bridges Community School; Columbia (CT); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A regional educational institution is hiring a full-time Autism ABA Instructor in Columbia, Connecticut. The role involves providing one-on-one support to children with autism and related disabilities. Candidates should have a B.A. degree with a concentration in child development or a related field, and experience with applied behavior analysis is preferred. The position values diversity and encourages all qualified candidates to apply. For more information and to apply, visit our website.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with autism spectrum disorders or significant behavioral needs.
• Knowledge of applied behavior analysis is preferred.
• Must be computer competent.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to children with autism and related disabilities.
• Assist local public schools within the EASTCONN region.
• Support professional staff directly working with students.

Skills

Experience with children with autism

Applied behavior analysis

Computer competency

Education

B.A. degree in child development or related field

Job description

Autism ABA Instructor (Bridges Community School)

Eastconn Eastconn Bridges Community School - Columbia, Connecticut. Open in Google Maps.

Job Details

Job ID: 5533275
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Feb 11, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

The EASTCONN Bridges Community School, formerly known as the Autism Program, provides a regionally based, comprehensive, integrated service program for students with autism and other low-incidence disabilities in ages PreK-22.

To learn more about our program, click on EASTCONN Bridges Community School.

We are recruiting for full‑time ABA Instructors to provide 1:1 support to children with autism and related disabilities. These positions will support professional staff working directly with students, both within our Autism program in Columbia and also to assist local public schools within the EASTCONN region.

Required Qualifications include:

• Experience with children with autism spectrum disorders or significant behavioral needs and application of applied behavior analysis preferred.
• B.A. degree with concentration in child development or related field.
• Computer competency.

To learn more about this position and why EASTCONN is a great place to work, click here.

At EASTCONN, we believe that diversity is key to our success. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply, including those who may not meet every listed qualification. Your passion, drive, and perspective are what matter most to us.

As an EEO/AA employer, EASTCONN provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, and caste, which is protected by our policies.

AA/EOE

M/F/D/V

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Individual Aide

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Melanie Marcaccio
• 376 Hartford Turnpike
• Hampton, Connecticut 06247
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]