Autism Software Engineer Jobs in West Springfield, MA

POSTING DATE:                          July 9, 2026               
ANTICIPATED POSITIONS:        1.0 Behavior Technician HES ( Multiple Openings)              
SALARY:                                      $22.76-$24.88 (Based on 2025-2029 UPSEU Contract)
QUALIFICATIONS:                      Associates Degree, 2 years of higher education, or passing score on the  
                                                     ParaPathways assessment. 
APPLICATION DEADLINE:        Open until Filled                                                                            
Hebron Public Schools has multiple Behavior Technician openings at Hebron Elementary School for the 2026-2027 school year, starting in August 2026. This is a 10 month/year position. 
How to Apply:
Applicants who wish to apply can visit our website www.hebron.k12.ct.us Hebron Public Schools Website / Quick Links / Employment / Open Vacancies link to view and apply.  You will be required to complete the application and upload a copy of your resume and up to three (3) current letters of reference and certification (if applicable). Candidates will be required to undergo a background check.
Position Summary: 
Behavior Technicians are required to work with students with special needs under the direction of a special education case manager to assist in the implementation of IEP goals and objectives.  The behavior technician supports and works in cooperation with the Principal, Dean of Students, Director of Educational Services, and assigned educators in performing the varied tasks involved with supporting students who receive Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and Discrete Trial Programming (DTI). The qualified candidate will utilize the tenets of applied behavior analysis (ABA) to support program development and implementation/progress monitoring of educational programs. 
Behavior technicians provide 1:1 support to students with autism and related disabilities. The ideal candidate has prior experience in this role, specifically in supporting students with autism spectrum disorders or significant behavioral needs and application of applied behavior analysis. The ideal candidate will have experience in data collection, organization and analysis for the purpose of future programming decisions, as well as knowledge and skills in implementing programming for complex learners. The ideal candidate is also flexible to adapt to the changing nature of the demands of their students and team. The Behavior Technician is caring, compassionate, and committed to each student's success.
Supervisor/Evaluation:  Receives general supervision and performance evaluation from Principal and/or Dean of Students, with significant input from special education teachers.
Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 support to students with autism and related disabilities
• Work with children individually to reinforce basic skills and to check their use of instructional materials under the supervision of the teacher.
• Utilize the tenets of applied behavior analysis (ABA) to support program development and implementation/progress monitoring of educational programs.
• Ongoing data collection, organization and analysis for the purpose of future programming decisions
• Assist the teacher in the development and construction of materials to be used as instructional and reinforcement activities.
• Help to prepare the room, materials, and equipment for daily use.
• Provide routine non-teaching classroom procedures.
• Participate in staff meetings and in-service programs as requested by the principal or teacher.
• Provide supervision for non-classroom activities as directed by the principal (bus arrival/departure, lunch room, and playground).
• Plan with the teacher follow-up DTI and related programming activities to reinforce student progress and growth.
• Model professional and ethical standards when dealing with students, parents, staff, and community, following and upholding school rules and standards.
• Safely supervise students in both instructional and assessment activities in and out of the classroom.
   
  

Skills:

• Effective communication skills; oral, written and visual with adults and children
• Understanding of basic principles of childhood development
• Familiarity with educational software or willingness to learn
• Ability to effectively provide behavior de-escalation strategies for students, which include safely performing restraints and physical escorts as trained. 

Qualifications: 

• Associates Degree, 2 years of higher education, or passing score on the ParaPro Assessment
• Completion of an approved 40 hour behavior training sequence
• Passing score on the district behavior technician examination
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues
• Excellent interpersonal skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience working with students with autism spectrum disorders or significant behavioral needs strongly desired
• Bachelor's degree in applied behavior analysis, school psychology, education, or other related feed strongly desired
• Teacher certification(s) preferred but not required
• Current First Aid and CPR certification preferred but not required

Benefits Offered:

• Paid Time Off: Includes sick and personal
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Health Savings Account (HSA): Available with enrollment in the medical plan.
• Financial Protection: Employer-provided Life Insurance and optional Long-Term Disability.
• Retirement Plans: 403(b) plan and a Town Pension Plan (subject to vesting period)

Physical Requirements:
Other requirements include but are not limited to: safely perform restraints/physical escorts, reaching, some lifting, standing, walking, carrying, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, sitting, and/or crawling.
Note:  The above job description is illustrative and not all-inclusive of tasks and responsibilities of the position.
Non-Discrimination
The Hebron Board of Education is committed to a policy of equal opportunity/affirmative action for all qualified persons.  The Hebron Board of Education does not discriminate in any employment practice, education program, or educational activity on the basis of race, color, religious creed, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability (including, but not limited to, intellectual disability, past or present history of mental disorder, physical disability or learning disability), genetic information, access to Boy Scouts or other Designated Youth Groups or any other basis prohibited by Connecticut State and/or Federal non-discrimination laws.
Inquiries regarding the Hebron Board of Education's non-discrimination policies should be directed to:                                                              
Dr. Donald Briere
Title IX and Section 504 Coordinator
Hebron Public Schools
580 Gilead Street, Hebron, Connecticut  06248 860-228-2577