School Behavior Technician - RBT

Dragonfly Cares; Village of Floral Park (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Dragonfly Cares is seeking an experienced Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) for a full-time role in a school setting. You will deliver 1:1 ABA therapy to students on the autism spectrum, work with supervising BCBAs and school staff, and help implement individualized plans to support learning and behavior.

The position offers daytime weekday hours (7 AM–4 PM), following the school calendar, with no evenings or weekends. Immediate start and competitive hourly pay are provided.

Qualifications

• Active RBT certification required.
• Minimum of 1+ years of hands-on ABA/RBT experience required.
• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, special education, or related field (preferred, not required).
• Previous school-based or center-based experience strongly preferred.
• Experience working with children, especially those with autism or developmental delays.
• Reliable transportation to school and surrounding areas.
• Excellent communication, patience, empathy, and a passion for helping others.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 ABA therapy and behavioral support under BCBA supervision across school and center settings.
• Implement and monitor behavior intervention plans aligned with each student’s learning goals.
• Collect and record accurate data on student behavior and progress.
• Collaborate closely with classroom teachers, school staff, center staff, and clinical supervisors.
• Maintain detailed, professional documentation that meets school, center, and agency standards.
• Participate in supervision and ongoing trainings to strengthen your clinical skills.

Skills

RBT Certification

ABA Experience

Communication

Empathy

Reliability

Education

Bachelor's degree in psychology or related field

Job description

Location and Type of Service: School and Center Based Services

Hours: Monday through Friday/School hours

Pay Rate: $26-28 per hour

Start Date: Immediate Opening

ABOUT DRAGONFLY CARES

Dragonfly Cares is a mission-driven organization dedicated to helping children with autism and developmental differences thrive. We deliver high-quality Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy where it matters most: in homes, centers, schools, and communities across Long Island. Our team of compassionate professionals are united by one goal: meaningful progress for every child and family we serve.

Position Overview

Dragonfly Cares is seeking an experienced Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) for a full-time position in a school setting. This role provides ABA therapy across both school and center settings, offering variety alongside consistency. You’ll deliver 1:1 ABA therapy to students on the autism spectrum, working closely with supervising BCBAs, school staff, and center teams to implement individualized BIPs, support skill development, and help students succeed academically, socially, and behaviorally.

This is an ideal role for compassionate, dependable, and experienced professionals who want consistent daytime weekday hours, with no evenings or weekends, and a schedule that follows the school calendar.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Provide 1:1 ABA therapy and behavioral support under BCBA supervision across school and center settings

Implement and monitor behavior intervention plans aligned with each student’s learning goals

Collect and record accurate data on student behavior and progress

Collaborate closely with classroom teachers, school staff, center staff, and clinical supervisors

Maintain detailed, professional documentation that meets school, center, and agency standards

Participate in supervision and ongoing trainings to strengthen your clinical skills

• Availability for full school-day hours, Monday through Friday (7 AM to 4 PM)
• Active RBT certification required
• Minimum of 1+ years of hands-on ABA/RBT experience required
• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, special education, or a related field (preferred, not required)
• Previous school-based or center-based experience strongly preferred
• Experience working with children, especially those with autism or developmental delays
• Reliable transportation to school and surrounding areas
• Excellent communication, patience, empathy, and a passion for helping others

• Competitive pay: $26–28 per hour, based on education, certifications, and experience
• Consistent daytime hours: Full school day, weekdays only, with no nights or weekends
• School calendar: Your schedule follows the school year, with breaks and holidays off
• Comprehensive Training: Free CPI (Crisis Prevention & Intervention), CPR, and First Aid certification training, along with unlimited virtual training opportunities
• Professional Growth: Access to Continuing Education Units (CEUs) and Professional Development Units (PDUs) to support ongoing learning, certification, and licensure requirements
• Real clinical support: A supervising BCBA guides every case, and you’ll collaborate with the school and center team
• Supervision Opportunities: Restricted and unrestricted supervision hours for individuals pursuing BCBA certification, plus fieldwork opportunities for students completing required experience hours
• Referral bonuses: Earn up to $250 for each qualified referral
• Meaningful work: Help students grow academically, socially, and behaviorally every day

If you’re an experienced RBT passionate about helping students succeed and thrive, we want to hear from you.

Dragonfly Cares provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other protected status. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.

Dragonfly Cares — Changing lives, one family at a time.