Behavior Technician / Teacher Assistant

J ARTHUR TRUDEAU MEMORIAL CENTER • Warwick, RI

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About The Position

The Trudeau Center is hiring a Classroom Behavior Technician to support children with developmental disabilities. The role involves implementing individualized behavior and education programs, supporting classroom activities, and helping children build skills and confidence in a supportive, team-based environment. The organization has supported individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities for over 60 years.

The position offers up to seven weeks of paid time off in the first year and 13 paid holidays. Other offerings include paid training, medical, dental, and vision insurance, tuition reimbursement and continuing education support, employer-paid life insurance and disability coverage, a 403(b) retirement plan with a match, employee referral bonuses, and wellness perks and access to EAP services.

Requirements

• TA certification or a bachelor's degree in education, psychology, or a related field.
• Experience working with children.
• Be a team player who is coachable, compassionate, and reliable.
• Have a valid driver's license and access to a vehicle.
• Be able to address the broad range of needs presented by children with autism, including significant problem behaviors.
• Be able to sit in small chairs or on the floor and move rapidly, sometimes running, to address children's safety and teaching needs.
• Be able to work with children in ways that involve physical contact, particularly when needed for child safety.
• Achieve certification in the crisis management system used by the program within the timeline established by the program.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with children in education or special education.

Responsibilities

• Carry out behavior plans and teaching strategies created by the team.
• Collect and manage student data.
• Assist with daily routines, including self-care and classroom transitions.
• Collaborate with teachers, clinicians, and families to support student goals.
• Keep children safe, engaged, and thriving.

Benefits

• Up to seven weeks of paid time off in the first year.
• 13 paid holidays.
• Paid training.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement and continuing education support.
• Employer-paid life insurance and disability coverage.
• 403(b) retirement plan with match.
• Employee referral bonuses.
• Wellness perks and access to EAP services.
• Career growth and professional development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time