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HUDSON, MASSACHUSETTS
Position: ABA Therapist - RBT Certified preferred
Department: Pupil Services
Report to: Director of Pupil Services
Approved by: Brian K. Reagan, Ed.D
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are core values of the Hudson Public Schools. We believe that the educational environment is enhanced when diverse groups of people with diverse ideas come together to learn. Applicants whose work incorporates a global perspective and a demonstrated commitment to issues of diversity in education are particularly encouraged to apply.
$500.00 Sign On BONUS
$1,000 additional annual stipend for holding RBT Certification
SUMMARY
This position is accountable for providing assistance in a substantially separate classroom in the Social Emotional Academic Program at Farley Elementary based on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). The ABA Therapist supports the classroom teacher or other certified personnel in delivering high-quality instruction, fostering student growth, and promoting a safe and structured learning environment. Responsibilities include assisting with educational activities, behavioral support, classroom organization, and school-community relations. Professionalism, sound judgment, and adherence to Hudson Public Schools’ policies are essential.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various type of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
- Assists the classroom teacher by reviewing, correcting, and reinforcing lessons with individual students and small groups; reading aloud; supporting math concepts; and reinforcing letter recognition and other curriculum activities.
- Helps prepare and inventory instructional materials and assists with the setup, operation, and maintenance of learning aids and equipment.
- Assists with wash-up and toileting routines and supervises breakfast and/or lunch periods.
- Provides clerical support, including recording attendance and cataloging instructional materials.
- Supports positive school-community relations through open communication with school personnel and students.
- Contributes to a warm, supportive classroom environment that fosters student growth and development.
- Supports and teaches students with moderate to severe special needs, including behavioral and academic challenges and deficits in daily living skills.
- Reads and implements each student's Behavior Support Plan in collaboration with the teacher; collects daily behavior data for progress reports and IEP development.
- Implements ABA strategies, including but not limited to, task analysis, adaptive skills (e.g., toileting, feeding, transitions), natural environment teaching, discrete trials, and social skills training; uses appropriate prompt hierarchies.
- Willingness to assist and maintains certification in Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) and assists with de-escalation, protective holds, and student escorts as needed.
- Performs other related duties as assigned by the administration.
QUALIFICATIONS
- An Associate degree, or 48 undergraduate college credits
- Experience with behavior disorders, autism and/or ABA preferred
- Ability to follow behavior plans, take data and work collaboratively
- RBT - Registered Behavior Technician Certification Required
- Successful completion of Criminal Records Check (CORI), and fingerprints
WORK YEAR:
- $500 sign on bonus (after 40 days)
- $1,000 annual stipend for holding RBT Certification
- 10 months. 183 work days, 3 personal days, 12 sick days prorated pursuant to date of hire
- This is a salaried position distributed over 26 paychecks including a lump sum in June to cover summer pay
- Benefit Eligible on start date. 30 days to enroll in coverage from start date.
- Benefit information: https://www.townofhudson.org/875/Employee-Benefits
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS: RBT Certification
Nondiscrimination and Title IX Notice
Hudson Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information in admission, administration of its educational programs, activities, or employment and is required by Title IX and its implementing regulations at 34 C.F.R. Part 106. The Director of Human Resources, Jennifer Allard, jnallard@hudson.k12.ma.us, 978-567-6100 ext. 41124, has been designated as the Title IX Coordinator. Inquiries concerning the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations at 34 C.F.R. Part 106 to Hudson Public Schools may be referred to Jennifer Allard or to U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 400 Maryland Ave., SW Washington, DC 20202-1100, telephone 800-421-3481.
While performing duties of this job, the employee may often remain in a stationary position for considerable periods of time. The employee will have also have ample periods of standing and may be required to traverse throughout the building. The employee must frequently use hands and frequently operates a computer and other office productivity machinery (i.e., calculator, copy machine, and computer printer). Physical abilities may also include lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling, stooping/crouching, reaching/handling, talking, and hearing conversations, and near/far visual acuity/depth perception/color vision/field.
The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. If you require an accommodation during the application process or on the job, you are encouraged to reach out to the Human Resources Department - HR@hudson.k12.ma.us.
HUDSON PUBLIC SCHOOLS
HUDSON, MASSACHUSETTS
Position: ABA Therapist - RBT Certified preferred
Department: Pupil Services
Report to: Director of Pupil Services
Approved by: Brian K. Reagan, Ed.D
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are core values of the Hudson Public Schools. We believe that the educational environment is enhanced when diverse groups of people with diverse ideas come together to learn. Applicants whose work incorporates a global perspective and a demonstrated commitment to issues of diversity in education are particularly encouraged to apply.
$500.00 Sign On BONUS
$1,000 additional annual stipend for holding RBT Certification
SUMMARY
This position is accountable for providing assistance in a substantially separate classroom in the Social Emotional Academic Program at Farley Elementary based on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). The ABA Therapist supports the classroom teacher or other certified personnel in delivering high-quality instruction, fostering student growth, and promoting a safe and structured learning environment. Responsibilities include assisting with educational activities, behavioral support, classroom organization, and school-community relations. Professionalism, sound judgment, and adherence to Hudson Public Schools’ policies are essential.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various type of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
- Assists the classroom teacher by reviewing, correcting, and reinforcing lessons with individual students and small groups; reading aloud; supporting math concepts; and reinforcing letter recognition and other curriculum activities.
- Helps prepare and inventory instructional materials and assists with the setup, operation, and maintenance of learning aids and equipment.
- Assists with wash-up and toileting routines and supervises breakfast and/or lunch periods.
- Provides clerical support, including recording attendance and cataloging instructional materials.
- Supports positive school-community relations through open communication with school personnel and students.
- Contributes to a warm, supportive classroom environment that fosters student growth and development.
- Supports and teaches students with moderate to severe special needs, including behavioral and academic challenges and deficits in daily living skills.
- Reads and implements each student's Behavior Support Plan in collaboration with the teacher; collects daily behavior data for progress reports and IEP development.
- Implements ABA strategies, including but not limited to, task analysis, adaptive skills (e.g., toileting, feeding, transitions), natural environment teaching, discrete trials, and social skills training; uses appropriate prompt hierarchies.
- Willingness to assist and maintains certification in Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) and assists with de-escalation, protective holds, and student escorts as needed.
- Performs other related duties as assigned by the administration.
QUALIFICATIONS
- An Associate degree, or 48 undergraduate college credits
- Experience with behavior disorders, autism and/or ABA preferred
- Ability to follow behavior plans, take data and work collaboratively
- RBT - Registered Behavior Technician Certification Required
- Successful completion of Criminal Records Check (CORI), and fingerprints
WORK YEAR:
- $500 sign on bonus (after 40 days)
- $1,000 annual stipend for holding RBT Certification
- 10 months. 183 work days, 3 personal days, 12 sick days prorated pursuant to date of hire
- This is a salaried position distributed over 26 paychecks including a lump sum in June to cover summer pay
- Benefit Eligible on start date. 30 days to enroll in coverage from start date.
- Benefit information: https://www.townofhudson.org/875/Employee-Benefits
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS: RBT Certification
Nondiscrimination and Title IX Notice
Hudson Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information in admission, administration of its educational programs, activities, or employment and is required by Title IX and its implementing regulations at 34 C.F.R. Part 106. The Director of Human Resources, Jennifer Allard, jnallard@hudson.k12.ma.us, 978-567-6100 ext. 41124, has been designated as the Title IX Coordinator. Inquiries concerning the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations at 34 C.F.R. Part 106 to Hudson Public Schools may be referred to Jennifer Allard or to U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 400 Maryland Ave., SW Washington, DC 20202-1100, telephone 800-421-3481.
While performing duties of this job, the employee may often remain in a stationary position for considerable periods of time. The employee will have also have ample periods of standing and may be required to traverse throughout the building. The employee must frequently use hands and frequently operates a computer and other office productivity machinery (i.e., calculator, copy machine, and computer printer). Physical abilities may also include lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling, stooping/crouching, reaching/handling, talking, and hearing conversations, and near/far visual acuity/depth perception/color vision/field.
The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. If you require an accommodation during the application process or on the job, you are encouraged to reach out to the Human Resources Department - HR@hudson.k12.ma.us.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in ABA Therapist
Verify your BCBA credential meets requirements
USCIS requires your degree to directly relate to the role. A master's in applied behavior analysis or psychology with ABA coursework strengthens your specialty occupation case. Have your credential evaluation ready before applying to sponsoring employers.
Use O*NET to frame your specialty occupation argument
O*NET classifies ABA Therapists under behavior analysis occupations requiring graduate-level education. Print the O*NET profile and share it with your employer's HR team so they can cite it accurately when drafting your I-129 petition.
Search Migrate Mate for verified H-1B sponsors
Target employers with confirmed H-1B visa LCA filing history in behavioral health. Migrate Mate lists employers by role and location using DOL disclosure data, so you can focus outreach on clinics and school districts that have sponsored ABA roles before.
Confirm each worksite gets its own LCA
If your role involves multiple clinic locations or school campuses, each worksite requires a separately certified LCA filed with DOL before you begin working there. Raise this with HR early so filings aren't delayed when your caseload shifts across sites.
Ask about BCBA supervision ratios before accepting an offer
Many ABA employers structure roles around registered behavior technician oversight, which can blur specialty occupation eligibility. Confirm in writing that your position requires degree-level clinical judgment and independent treatment planning before your employer files the I-129 petition.
Account for H-1B cap timing when accepting offers
H-1B selection rules have changed recently. If you're not cap-exempt through a university or nonprofit affiliation, work backward from USCIS processing timelines to set a realistic start date with your employer and avoid gaps in authorization.
H-1B Visa ABA Therapist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an ABA Therapist role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
It qualifies when the employer requires at least a master's degree in applied behavior analysis, psychology, or a closely related field as a minimum condition of employment. Roles structured around degree-level clinical duties, independent treatment plan development, and BCBA credentialing consistently meet USCIS specialty occupation standards. Positions primarily supervised by a BCBA with no independent clinical judgment required are harder to defend.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for ABA Therapists?
Behavioral health group practices, autism treatment centers, school districts, children's hospitals, and university-affiliated clinics are the most active sponsors. School districts and nonprofit healthcare organizations may qualify as cap-exempt H-1B employers, which removes the annual cap constraint entirely. You can browse employers with verified LCA filing history for ABA roles on Migrate Mate before you apply.
What documents should I prepare before asking an employer to sponsor my H-1B?
Gather your academic transcripts, BCBA or BCaBA certificate, any credential evaluation for degrees earned outside the U.S., and a summary of your clinical supervision hours. Employers need these to draft the LCA job description and demonstrate to USCIS that the role requires your specific degree. Missing credential evaluations are the most common cause of delays at the I-129 stage.
How does the prevailing wage requirement affect ABA Therapist H-1B sponsorship?
DOL requires the employer to pay at least the prevailing wage for your job title, experience level, and work location before certifying the LCA. Employers can look up wage levels using the OFLC Wage Search. If a clinic operates across multiple counties or states, each worksite's local prevailing wage applies separately, which affects offers for therapists with traveling or multi-site caseloads.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new ABA employer mid-status?
Yes. H-1B portability allows you to start working for a new employer once they file an I-129 transfer petition with USCIS, without waiting for approval. The new employer must file a fresh LCA covering your new worksite and job duties before submitting the petition. Keep pay stubs from your current employer on file, as USCIS may request proof of maintained status during the transfer review.