Behavior Technician

Nashua School District; Nashua (NH); Vor Ort; USD 31.000 - 41.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Nashua School District is seeking a Behavior Technician at New Searles Elementary School for the 2026-2027 year. Begin ASAP with a salary range of $22.34–$29.77 per hour, based on experience.

The role supports students with behavioral and developmental needs within the school, implementing BIPs and collaborating with the Special Education team. You’ll work one-on-one or in small groups, applying evidence-based strategies to foster academic, social, and communication skills, while maintaining

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of 40-hour ABA Modules within 90 days of hire.
• Prior training in crisis intervention preferred.
• Experience with students with autism or developmental disabilities.
• Knowledge of applied behavior analysis principles.
• Ability to work with students, teachers and school staff.

Aufgaben

• Implement BIPs under supervision in school settings.
• Provide one-on-one or small group support during activities.
• Teach social, communication, and daily living skills using evidence-based methods.
• Collect and record data on student behavior and progress.
• Collaborate with teachers and specialists to integrate strategies.
• Support independence with fade strategies and routines.
• Monitor behavior and apply BCBA/BIP procedures.
• Participate in meetings to ensure coordinated care.
• Provide support in structured and unstructured environments.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with policies.

Kenntnisse

Strong communication

Patience

Team collaboration

ABA knowledge

Ausbildung

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ABA Training

Jobbeschreibung

• Position Type: Student Support Services/ Special Ed
• Date Posted: 10/27/2026
• Location: New Searles Elementary School
• Date Available: ASAP
• Closing Date: 11/5/2026 or Until Filled

Position

Behavior Technician

Location

New Searles Elementary School

Starting

2026-2027 School Year

Salary Range

$22.34 - $29.77 based on experience

Overall Responsibilities

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate School-Based Behavior Technician to support students with behavioral and developmental needs in a school environment. The Behavior Technician will work closely with Special Education teams to implement individualized behavior intervention plans (BIPs), support students in developing critical academic, social, and communication skills, and help manage challenging behaviors in the classroom setting.

Responsibilities

• Implement individualized behavior intervention plans (BIPs) in the school environment under the supervision of a BCBA/Special Ed teacher/ Behavior Specialist.
• Provide one-on-one or small group support to students during academic and non-academic activities.
• Use evidence-based strategies to teach social, communication, and daily living skills.
• Collect and record data on student behavior, tracking progress and identifying trends in their progress by assisting teams with graphing the information collected.
• Work closely with teachers, special education staff, and other school professionals to integrate behavior strategies into the classroom setting.
• Support students by implementing systematic fading supports to increase their independence with various skills in the school environment.
• Monitor student behavior and provide evidence-based interventions based on the BIP procedures created by the BCBA/Behavior Specialist/Special Ed Teacher.
• Participate in meetings and collaborate with other professionals (e.g., speech therapists, occupational therapists) to ensure coordinated care.
• Provide behavior support in both structured classroom settings and unstructured environments (e.g., recess, lunch, transitions between classes).
• Maintain student confidentiality and ensure adherence to all school policies and regulations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• Completion of 40-hour ABA Modules within 90 days of hire
• Prior training in non-violent crisis intervention methods preferred
• Previous experience working with students with autism, developmental disabilities, or behavioral challenges is required
• Knowledge of applied behavior analysis principles and methods.
• Strong communication skills to work effectively with students, teachers, and other school staff.
• Ability to remain calm, patient, and flexible in challenging situations.
• Passion for working with children and supporting their academic and behavioral development.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a collaborative school setting.
• Ability to assist with physical activities such as sitting on the floor, standing for extended periods, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to respond to student behaviors in a safe and effective manner.

Assumes other special activities and/or responsibilities as assigned by the principal or designee for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit according to contract.

The Nashua Board of Education reaffirms its position of compliance with applicable State and Federal laws of nondiscrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information and age in admission to, access to, treatment in or employment in the services, programs and activities of the Nashua School District.