ABA Therapist - Bear, Delaware

Step into an impactful, school-based role supporting students and staff across the K-12 spectrum for the full academic year. As a Behavior Specialist, you’ll serve as a vital resource, working closely with school psychologists and educators to promote positive student outcomes through the application of ABA principles. This full-time contract opportunity offers a dynamic blend of collaboration, staff training, consultation, and data-driven intervention planning. Rather than providing direct care, you’ll serve as a building-level consultant, modeling behavior strategies and supporting staff development.

Desired Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Psychology, Education, Special Education, Applied Behavior Analysis, or a related field
• Active Delaware Department of Education Instructional Paraprofessional Permit required
• Solid understanding of ABA concepts and practical experience applying behavioral principles in educational settings
• Previous work supporting behavioral needs of K-12 students in special education environments strongly preferred
• Capacity to work both independently and collaboratively, effectively managing multiple priorities across elementary, middle, or high school settings
• Strong interpersonal skills for consultation, training, and parent meetings

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with school psychologists and staff to design, implement, and evaluate behavior intervention strategies for individual students and classrooms
• Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs), develop Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), and use data collection to inform ongoing decisions
• Support and model best practices in behavioral intervention for teachers and paraprofessionals
• Provide crisis intervention support and assistance as needed
• Actively participate in IEP meetings, contributing insight and guidance for individualized planning

This is your chance to shape learning environments and empower fellow educators while advancing your expertise in a supportive, multi-disciplinary setting. Bring your passion, professionalism, and deep ABA knowledge—submit your application today and make a difference in the lives of students and staff!