Behavior Technician- Goodnow Elementary School

Marlborough-Public-Schools; Marlborough (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Marlborough Public Schools is seeking a Behavior Technician for Goodnow Elementary School in Marlborough, MA. The role focuses on delivering structured ABA-based instruction to students, collecting progress data, and supporting skill development across academic, communication, and daily living areas.

Starting immediately, the position requires collaboration with teachers and specialists, ongoing data tracking, and adherence to school policies.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of ABA experience in public school or related setting.
• RBT certification to be completed within 90 days of hire.
• Bilingual (Spanish, Portuguese and/or Creole) a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide highly structured behavioral support based on ABA principles.
• Run programs with predefined skills (academic, communication, motor, social, daily living).
• Collect data, record progress, and graph progress daily.
• Assist students in generalizing skills in general education settings.
• Implement crisis prevention techniques and maintain safety protocols.
• Prepare materials and collaborate with educators on behavior plans.
• Attend meetings and trainings as required.

Skills

ABA experience

Education

Associate’s Degree / 48 credits at bachelor level

Job description

Behavior Technician- Goodnow Elementary School

Marlborough Public Schools Goodnow - Marlborough, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5948276

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 02, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Title of Position:

Behavior Technician

Location:

Goodnow Brothers Elementary School

Work Year:

2026-2027

The regular work year for Behavior Technicians is 214 days including a Summer Program.

Effective Date of Employment:

As soon as possible

Salary:

$30.00 per hour

Responsibilities:

• Provide a highly structured approach that relies on behavioral principles
  • Run programs that specify pre-determined skills including: academic, communication, motor, social, adaptive daily living skills (including: toileting (may require lifting), grooming, dressing and eating using a systematic prompting sequence
  • Collect data and record progress of skill acquisition
  • Graph all programs daily to track progress
  • Assist students in generalizing learned skills within the general education settings
  • Implement play plans and facilitate social interactions at unstructured times (recess, lunch, specials, etc.)
  • Collect student work as directed by special education teacher
• Gather/create/organize materials for educational programs, behavior charts, reinforcement systems, etc. as requested by special educator
• Work with students who may exhibit behaviors such as: aggression, property destruction, self-injury, non-compliance, disruption, inattention to task, social deficits, non-verbal communication skills and safety concerns
• Implement specific behavior protocol (including data collection and graphing as needed)
• Maintain current crisis prevention certification (e.g.,Safety-Care) and implement physical restraints and escorts as needed
• Consult with special educator, general educator and behavior specialist
• Complete daily home communication log
• Attend required meetings and trainings after school
• Responsible for other general duties as indicated by the Principal, directives of the Superintendent of Schools or his/her designee, and policies of the Marlborough School Committee

Qualifications:

• Minimum of two years of ABA experience in a public school or private special education school or clinical environment or RBT Certification (to be completed within 90 days of hire) or an Associate’s Degree or 48 credits at the bachelor level in education or a related field.

• Bilingual (Spanish, Portuguese,and/or Creole) is a plus.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of the Marlborough Public Schools not to discriminate on the basis of race, gender, religion, national origin, color, homelessness, sexual orientation, gender identity, age or disability in its education programs, services, activities, or employment practices.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $30 to $30 Per Hour

Job Categories

Instructional Support > Individual Aide

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Special Education > Alternative Learning Environment

Special Education > Autism

Special Education > Emotionally Disabled

Special Education > General Special Education

Special Education > Gifted & Talented

Special Education > Learning Disabled

Special Education > Life Skills

Special Education > Mentally Disabled

Special Education > Mild/Moderate Disabilities

Special Education > Multiple Disabilities

Special Education > Severe/Profound Disabilities

Special Education > Special Education Assistant

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Jennifer Collins , Principal
• Goodnow
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]