Behaviorist/Registered Behavior Technician

Ludlow Public Schools; Ludlow (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Ludlow Public Schools seeks a Behaviorist/Registered Behavior Technician to provide direct ABA-based instruction to Pre-K–5 students at Harris Brook. Responsibilities include implementing behavior plans, data collection, and collaboration with the BCBA and school team.

Requirements include an ABA-focused background, RBT certification or progress toward BCBA, and experience in Special Education settings. This is a full-time contract position with salary details listed below.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Behavioral, Education, Psychology (preferred) or Associates Degree with equivalent work experience.
• Advanced educational preparation in Special Education desired. Minimum three years of successful work in ABA
• RBT (registered behavior technician) certified or equivalent experience – Knowledge of Special Education programs; willingness to familiarize oneself with Pre‑K‑5 general education programs.
• Candidates who are enrolled in a program to become a BCBA will be considered without an RBT license.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct teaching to students based on principles of applied behavior analysis
• Implement behavior plans prepared and maintained by the supervising behavioral professional (e.g., BCBA- Board Certified Behavior Analyst)
• Model implementation of behavior strategies
• Provide daily documentation of interactions with the identified service participant specific to the goal area for which ABA is authorized and all contacts with other providers and teachers.
• Conduct and facilitate person centered processes to gather information for the development of assessments, interactional style documentation, and Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA).
• Conduct interviews and direct observations with students
• Create team oriented Positive Behavior Support Plans (PBSP) with target behaviors based on evidence‑based behavior analytic procedures.
• Conduct and implement skills assessments on individuals to develop person centered goals to increase skill competence and behaviors
• monitor implementation of discrete trail programming and corresponding data sheets for accuracy

Skills

ABA experience

RBT certified

Special Education knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Associates Degree with equivalent work experience

Advanced coursework in Special Education

Job description

Behaviorist/Registered Behavior Technician

Ludlow Public Schools Harris Brook-Gr.2-5 – Ludlow, Massachusetts

Job Details

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

POSITION: BEHAVIORIST/REGISTERED BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Behavioral, Education, Psychology (preferred) or Associates Degree with equivalent work experience.
• Advanced educational preparation in Special Education desired. Minimum three years of successful work in the field of ABA
• RBT (registered behavior technician) certified or equivalent experience – Knowledge of Special Education programs; willingness to familiarize oneself with Pre‑K‑5 general education programs.
• Candidates who are enrolled in a program to become a BCBA will be considered without an RBT license.

DUTIES:

• Provide direct teaching to students based on principles of applied behavior analysis
• Implement behavior plans prepared and maintained by the supervising behavioral professional (e.g., BCBA- Board Certified Behavior Analyst)
• Model implementation of behavior strategies
• Provide daily documentation of interactions with the identified service participant specific to the goal area for which ABA is authorized and all contacts with other providers and teachers.
• Conduct and facilitate person centered processes to gather information for the development of assessments, interactional style documentation, and Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA).
• Conduct interviews and direct observations with students
• Create team oriented Positive Behavior Support Plans (PBSP) with target behaviors based on evidence‑based behavior analytic procedures.
• Conduct and implement skills assessments on individuals to develop person centered goals to increase skill competence and behaviors
• monitor implementation of discrete trail programming and corresponding data sheets for accuracy

REPORTS TO: Principal/Director of Special Education

SALARY: Personal Service Contract/$31.50 per hour

PAPER APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Special Education > Behavior Specialist / EBD

Job Requirements

• At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Maria Costa , Dr.
• 205 Fuller Street
• Ludlow, Massachusetts 01056
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]