Spanish-Speaking Special Education ABA Teacher Assistant (Elementary)

Job overview

The Spanish-Speaking Special Education ABA Teacher Assistant (Elementary) role is onsite in Washington, DC. The salary range is $36,000–$55,500 per year, with stated awards of $4,000 for RBT certification and $2,000 for Spanish proficiency. Bridges Public Charter School’s mission is to provide an exemplary educational program that includes all students through a student- and family-centered approach. Working with the lead teacher and under BCBA supervision, the assistant supports instruction, behavior plans, student progress tracking, and classroom routines for elementary students with high-level special needs. The role contributes to an inclusive learning environment and students’ academic, social, and developmental goals.

What you'll do

• Work with the lead teacher to plan and manage an elementary self-contained classroom
• support discrete-trial instruction, social-skills instruction, and behavior-plan implementation under BCBA supervision
• support VBMAPP assessments and data collection across curriculum, IEP, and ABA/VB program areas
• assist with small-group instruction and specials
• maintain grade book and attendance records
• facilitate Morning Meeting
• organize meals
• support recess safety
• collaborate with service providers and families
• provide translation as necessary
• attend school events and professional development.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

special education teacher assistant

aba

spanish speaking

elementary

grades 1–5

inclusive education

washington dc

bridges public charter school

$36,000–$55,500/year

rbt certification award

spanish proficiency award

8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Child care and health savings plans
• pre-tax Metro deductions
• medical and dental benefits
• disability insurance
• 401(k) with 4% match or continuation of the DCPS retirement plan
• staff engagement and wellness activities
• staff lounge and lactation room.

Why this role

Strong Spanish-speaking skills required; RBT certification preferred, with ABA and VB training provided and an opportunity to sit for the RBT exam. Workday is 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.; summer professional development lasts two weeks in August.

About the employer

Bridges Public Charter School is hiring for this role. Industry: Elementary and Secondary Schools. Sector: 61.