School Behavior Technician BT/RBT
Location and Type of Service: School Based Services
Hours: Monday through Friday/School Day Hours
Pay Rate: $23-26/hr
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 dedicated Registered Behavior Technicians (RBT) and Behavior Technicians (BT) for full-time, school-based positions in Nassau County for the upcoming school year. In this role, you'll provide 1:1 ABA therapy to students on the autism spectrum within a school setting. You will work closely with supervising BCBAs and school staff to implement individualized BIPs, support skill development, and help students succeed academically, socially, and behaviorally throughout the school day.
This is an ideal role for compassionate, dependable people 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 throughout the school day
- 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, and clinical supervisors
- Maintain detailed, professional documentation that meets school and agency standards
- Participate in supervision and ongoing trainings to strengthen your clinical skills
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.
Requirements
- Availability for full school-day hours, Monday through Friday
- Bachelor's degree in psychology, special education, or a related field (preferred, not required)
- Minimum of 1 year of ABA experience (preferred)
- Previous school-based or special education experience (preferred)
- Experience working with children, especially those with autism or developmental delays, is a plus
- Reliable transportation to school districts.
- Excellent communication, patience, empathy, and a passion for helping others
Benefits
WHY JOIN DRAGONFLY CARES?
- Competitive pay: $23–$26 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: We invest in your success by providing free CPI (Crisis Prevention & Intervention), CPR, and First Aid certification training, along with unlimited virtual training opportunities.
- Professional Growth: Advance your career with 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 team
- Supervision Opportunities: Looking to grow in the field of ABA? We provide opportunities to earn both restricted and unrestricted supervision hours for individuals pursuing BCBA certification, as well as fieldwork opportunities for students completing their required experience hours.
- Referral bonuses: Earn up to $250 for each qualified referral
- Meaningful work: Help students grow academically, socially, and behaviorally every day
APPLY TODAY — Immediate openings
If you're passionate about helping students succeed and thrive, we want to hear from you.
Apply online at dragonflycares.com | Email your resume: dragonfly-cares@jobs.workablemail.com
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.
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Skills
As published by workable · 15 questions · 3 written answers
Basics
First name, Last name, Email, Phone, Address, Resume
Short answers (2)
- What is your location?
- How many years of ABA experience do you have?
Pick from a list (10)
- What is your proficiency level in English?
- What is your highest level of Education completed?
- What is your proficiency level in Spanish? optional
- Do you have experience working in a school setting before?
- Do you have reliable transportation and a valid license?
- Is it okay for us to contact your current employer? We will only do so with your permission and typically after an offer is extended.
- Are you eligible to work in the United States?
- Dragonfly Cares is proud to support veterans and military families. Please select the option that best describes your veteran status:
- Dragonfly Cares is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. Please select the gender identity you most closely identify with:
- Dragonfly Cares is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. Disability Status: Do you identify as an individual with a disability?
Written answers (3)
- If you do not have experience as a Behavior Technician, why are you looking to get into the field of ABA?
- Are you available Monday through Friday during school day hours(7-4pm)? Please note school hours do vary based on school/District.
- Please provide the name and email address for three professional references.