Job description
NEWTOWN PUBLIC SCHOOLS
February 1, 2023
POSITION: (5) Behavioral Therapist Positions – 32.5 hours/week
LOCATION: District
START DATE: Immediately
Responsibilities:
The ABA Therapist will report to a designated special education teacher and will:
implement IEP goals as directed by the Special Education Teacher
work with other specialists and parents to implement additional specified goals and objectives
implement programs developed by teacher and consultant
teach daily living, social skills, receptive and expressive language skills
maintain accurate data and graphing on all designated programs
plan and implement all aspects of systematic instructional sequences within self-contained
classroom, inclusion environments, and reverse mainstream environments
meet regularly with ABA consultant, special education teacher, support team
attend staff meetings
video tape work sessions as appropriate
provide reports of student progress when deemed necessary by teacher and/or team
maintain student safety including the application of crisis prevention interventions and physical
management techniques, including protective holds, when necessary and appropriate
implement behavior intervention plans designed to reinforce appropriate behaviors and eliminate
inappropriate behaviors including disruptive behaviors such as aggression or bolting
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree and/or Associates Degree with enrollment in a district approved ABA program
demonstrate knowledge of special education practices (autism)
possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
must be flexible, creative, and demonstrate strong organizational skills
must be highly motivated and self-directed
Remuneration: $18.28 - $30.86 / Hour Dependent Upon Experience
The Newtown Public School District values the benefits that a diverse workforce brings to our
students and community. We are committed to recruiting, supporting, mentoring, coaching and
retaining a highly motivated, diverse, dedicated, and enthusiastic staff. We welcome your interest
in joining us and look forward to meeting you!
Application: Please apply on line through the following link:
www.applitrack.com/newtown/onlineapp
The Newtown Public School District is committed to a policy of equal opportunity/affirmative action for all qualified
persons. The Newtown Public School District does not discriminate in any employment practice, education program,
or educational activity on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, alienage, marital
status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status,
status as a domestic violence victim, or any other basis prohibited by Connecticut state and/or federal
nondiscrimination laws, except in the case of a bona fide occupational qualification.
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