In-Home ABA Therapist / Behavior Technician 1to1 Autism Support

Nteasee Tutors; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Nteasee Tutors is seeking a reliable ABA therapist or behavior technician to provide in-home services for an elementary-age child in Brooklyn, NY. The role focuses on functional communication, engagement in learning, transitions, play, and social skills under supervision by a qualified behavior analyst authorized in New York.

Responsibilities include implementing individualized teaching activities, data collection, and collaboration with the family and clinical team to ensure progress and safety

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience supporting children with autism or developmental disabilities using ABA-based teaching strategies.
• Experience following individualized instructional or behavior-support plans under supervision.
• Ability to follow written plans and document data accurately.
• Willingness to receive case-specific training for communication, safety, and toileting.

Responsibilities

• Carry out teaching activities and behavioral support as directed by supervising BCBA.
• Build rapport with the child through interests and provide engaging activities.
• Support functional communication using speech, gestures, visuals, and AAC as specified.
• Help develop learning, play, social, and daily living skills.
• Follow procedures for transitions, elopement prevention, and safety needs.
• Record data on skills, behavior, and prompting levels.
• Complete session notes, attendance, and service logs.
• Participate in supervision, observation, training, and feedback.
• Communicate progress, concerns, and incidents to the family and clinical team.
• Assist the child in practicing learned skills during home routines.

Skills

Data collection

Documentation

Responsible prompting

Communication

ABA-based teaching

Education

RBT certification

BACB-certified 40-hour RBT training

Associate or Bachelor in psychology/education/child development

Tools

AAC device

Job description

Seeking a reliable, experienced ABA therapist or behavior technician to provide individualized services to an elementary-age child with autism in the family’s home.

The child needs support with functional communication, engagement in learning, transitions, play and social skills, safety, and daily living routines. Services will follow an individualized plan with supervision by a qualified behavior analyst authorized to practice in New York.

Responsibilities

• Carry out individualized teaching activities and behavioral support procedures as directed by the supervising behavior analyst.
• Build rapport through the child’s interests and provide engaging, developmentally appropriate activities.
• Support functional communication using speech, gestures, visual supports, and an AAC device as specified in the plan.
• Help the child develop foundational learning, play, social, and daily living skills.
• Follow written procedures for transitions, elopement prevention, and other safety needs.
• Support toileting routines when assigned, following the written plan and protecting the child’s privacy and dignity.
• Record accurate data on skill acquisition, behavior, and levels of prompting.
• Complete timely session notes, attendance records, and service logs.
• Participate in supervision, observation, training, and feedback sessions.
• Communicate professionally with the family and clinical team, reporting progress, concerns, and incidents promptly.
• Help the child practice learned skills during everyday home routines as directed.

Required qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least one year of direct experience supporting children with autism or developmental disabilities using ABA-based teaching strategies.
• Experience following individualized instructional or behavior-support plans under professional supervision.
• Ability to demonstrate appropriate prompting, reinforcement, objective data collection, and accurate documentation.
• Willingness to support communication, safety, and toileting needs after receiving case-specific training.
• Ability to follow the written plan, respond to coaching, and promptly seek supervisory guidance when needed.
• Reliable availability for recurring sessions in Brooklyn, NY.
• Professional references and satisfactory completion of applicable background screening and onboarding requirements.

Preferred qualifications

• Active Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification.
• Completion of a BACB-compliant 40-hour RBT training course.
• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in psychology, education, child development, or a related field.
• Previous in-home ABA experience.
• Experience supporting children with limited functional speech or using AAC.
• Experience implementing elopement prevention procedures and toileting programs.
• Current CPR and first-aid certification.

Supervision and onboarding

The selected candidate will receive case-specific orientation and training on the child’s instructional, communication, and safety plans. The supervising behavior analyst will review implementation, observe sessions, and provide feedback. Applicants should be prepared to demonstrate teaching and data-collection skills during the interview process.

We welcomes applicants who demonstrate patience, sound judgment, respect for families, and a consistent commitment to helping children learn.