Location and Type of Service: School Based Services
Hours: Monday through Friday/School hours
Pay Rate: $23–26 per hour
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 a dedicated Behavior Technician (BT) for a full-time, school-based position in Bellmore. 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
Requirements
• Availability for full school-day hours, Monday through Friday
• Minimum of 6 months of direct, hands-on ABA experience required
• RBT certification not required, but a plus
• Bachelor's degree in psychology, special education, or a related field (preferred, not required)
• Previous school-based or special education experience (preferred)
• Experience working with children, especially those with autism or developmental delays
• 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: Free CPI (Crisis Prevention & Intervention), CPR, and First Aid certification training, along with unlimited virtual training opportunities
• Professional Growth: 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: Restricted and unrestricted supervision hours for individuals pursuing BCBA certification, plus fieldwork opportunities for students completing 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 OPENING
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.
Dragonfly Cares — Changing lives, one family at a time.