Instructional Aide/ABA Tech – Immediate Start

Ro Health; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Flexible schedules

Career development

Job summary

Ro Health is hiring Instructional Aides and ABA Techs for the 2026–2027 school year in Merrimac Valley, MA. The roles offer Monday–Friday school hours, with pay ranging from $20–$27 per hour based on assignment and experience.

You will support students with disabilities, implement IEP-guided strategies, collect data, and collaborate with teachers, BCBA supervisors, and related staff. Ro Health emphasizes growth, supervision, and meaningful, student-centered work.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel up to 25-45 miles to assigned schools.
• Experience in ABA or supporting individuals with developmental needs (preferred).
• Ability to pass state and federal background checks.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct, individualized support to students with disabilities, focusing on behavioral, social-emotional, academic, and educational development.
• Implement individualized behavior interventions, BIPs, and strategies outlined in students’ IEPs and support plans, as directed by the supervising team.
• Support students in achieving goals related to behavior regulation, communication, social skills, academic engagement, and independence.
• Provide one-on-one or small group support during classroom instruction, learning activities, transitions, peer interactions, and daily routines.
• Use positive reinforcement, prompting, modeling, and other evidence-based strategies to encourage skill development and reduce challenging behaviors.
• Collect and accurately document data related to student behavior, skill acquisition, progress, and responses to interventions.
• Promote student independence and self-advocacy while providing appropriate support based on each student’s individual needs.
• Assist with proactive behavior management, de-escalation, and crisis prevention strategies in accordance with student plans and school protocols.
• Support students with communication, social, adaptive, and daily living skills as appropriate.
• Collaborate closely with teachers, BCBAs, special education staff, and related service providers to ensure consistency and effectiveness of student supports.
• Communicate professionally with school staff, families, clinical teams, and agency supervisors while maintaining confidentiality and professional standards.
• Participate in team meetings, training, supervision, and professional development opportunities to support student progress and continued growth.
• Help maintain a safe, structured, inclusive, and supportive learning environment where students can participate and succeed.

Skills

Behavior support

Data collection

Communication

Collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Instructional Aide/ABA Tech - Immediate Start

2026-2027 School Year & Beyond

Location: Merrimac Valley, MA

Schedule: Monday–Friday, school hours

Pay: $20–$27 per hour (based on assignment and experience)

Make a meaningful impact in schools while building a career you’re proud of. Ro Health is hiring dedicated Instructional Aides and ABA Techs to support students for the 2026–2027 school year and beyond.

This position allows you to focus on meaningful, student-centered work, while enjoying the flexibility and professional growth that comes through working with a trusted staffing partner.

By joining Ro Health, you become part of a supportive network. Our partnerships with school districts across the state provide access to a wide range of placements, clinical supervision, and the ability to advance your career in the direction that fits your goals.

What You’ll Do:

• Provide direct, individualized support to students with disabilities, focusing on behavioral, social-emotional, academic, and educational development.
• Implement individualized behavior interventions, Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), and strategies outlined in students’ IEPs and support plans, as directed by the supervising team.
• Support students in achieving goals related to behavior regulation, communication, social skills, academic engagement, and independence.
• Provide one-on-one or small group support during classroom instruction, learning activities, transitions, peer interactions, and daily routines.
• Use positive reinforcement, prompting, modeling, and other evidence-based strategies to encourage skill development and reduce challenging behaviors.
• Collect and accurately document data related to student behavior, skill acquisition, progress, and responses to interventions.
• Promote student independence and self-advocacy while providing appropriate support based on each student’s individual needs.
• Assist with proactive behavior management, de-escalation, and crisis prevention strategies in accordance with student plans and school protocols.
• Support students with communication, social, adaptive, and daily living skills as appropriate.
• Collaborate closely with teachers, BCBAs, special education staff, and related service providers to ensure consistency and effectiveness of student supports.
• Communicate professionally with school staff, families, clinical teams, and agency supervisors while maintaining confidentiality and professional standards.
• Participate in team meetings, training, supervision, and professional development opportunities to support student progress and continued growth.
• Help maintain a safe, structured, inclusive, and supportive learning environment where students can participate and succeed.

Why Providers Choose Ro Health:

• Diverse Opportunities: Work in a variety of school settings across multiple districts, with placements that match your interests, experience, and career goals.
• Reliable Support: Receive ongoing guidance from a dedicated clinical team, including BCBAs, who advocate for your success, not just your placement.
• Streamlined Process: Enjoy hands-on help with onboarding, credentialing, and assignment transitions—so you can focus on what you do best.
• Weekly Pay & Transparent Rates: Competitive pay you can count on, with clear communication about compensation and expectations.
• Flexibility: Choose full-time or part-time roles with schedules that align with your lifestyle and personal commitments.
• Career Development: Access mentorship, supervision, and the potential to grow within ABA or expand into other school-based roles.
• Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision benefits and retirement options (eligibility varies).

What You’ll Need:

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel up to 25-45 miles to assigned schools.
• Experience in ABA or supporting individuals with developmental needs (preferred)
• Ability to pass state and federal background checks

Make a Measurable Difference. Whether you’re an experienced Behavior Technician or just starting out in the field, Ro Health gives you access to rewarding roles where you’re needed most, and supports you every step of the way.

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Call: 617-207-7630