Behavior Specialist in School Setting | Media, Pennsylvania

Step into a pivotal role supporting students with Autism Spectrum Disorder in a dynamic K-12 environment. We're seeking a skilled ABA professional for an onsite, full-time contract position running from August 24, 2026, through June 10, 2027, serving as a Behavioral Specialist and ABA Therapist. This opportunity features a 35-hour workweek within a collaborative school district environment.

Responsibilities include:

• Training new staff in general instructional practices for students with Autism
• Delivering targeted training to all staff on individual student behavior plans
• Leading refresher training sessions on updated practices and procedures for returning staff
• Helping establish Verbal Repertoires (VRs) for students and modeling evidence-based strategies in classrooms
• Providing support on Year 1 topics: scheduling, assessment, and logistic planning
• Facilitating building-wide training sessions to review IEPs, BIPs, and key documentation
• Being present and available to staff, students, and administrators during the critical start-of-year period
• Working in partnership with consultants to ensure compliance with district best-practices and guidelines
• Conducting in-vivo coaching sessions and providing corrective feedback to ensure strategy fidelity
• Promoting skill transfer from anchor classrooms to other autism support settings across the district
• Supporting the implementation and monitoring of individualized student programs

Qualifications and experience:

• Current Pennsylvania certification in Special Education or a closely related field
• Experience in ABA and autism support, preferably within an urban school setting
• Proven knowledge of evidence-based instructional approaches for ASD
• Ability to work onsite, with a consistent schedule between 7:15AM and 4PM
• Completion of PA clearances prior to start
• Reliable transportation and readiness to work in the location specified
• Willingness to participate in a Zoom interview

Ready to make a tangible impact? Apply now to collaborate with a district devoted to best practices in autism support, shaping educational experiences and empowering student success.

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