ABA Paraprofessional

ABA Paraprofessionals – Bergen County, NJ

Horizon Staffing Resources is seeking 3 (three) ABA paraprofessionals for the current 2024-2025 school year in Bergen County, NJ. The ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) paraprofessionals will work closely with students on the autism spectrum and with other related behavioral needs. The ABA paraprofessionals will build rapport with their student(s), to learn behaviors and modify them in a constructive way. The ideal candidate will have previous background working in an ABA setting.

Hours/Schedule:

Schedule: Monday through Friday

Hours Available:

• 8:15am to 2:50pm
• 8:30am to 3:00pm
• 8:45am to 2:45pm

Responsibilities:

• In-class instruction: Implementing lessons and behavior intervention plans created by a behavior consultant
• Data collection: Recording session progress and other data on data sheets
• Collaboration: Working with families to teach skills that support their child's progress
• Documentation: Maintaining records of behavior analysis data and graphing
• Communication: Working with teachers and other staff to create an effective learning environment
• Participating in clinical team meetings and training
• Assisting with classroom activities and setup
• Supervising students during emergencies, assemblies, and field trips
• Helping students with personal care needs

Requirements:

• Previous experience in an ABA setting required
• Must have a High School Diploma, Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Excellent written and communication skills
• Must have or be willing to get fingerprinted by the New Jersey Board of Education