Career Opportunity
Interest Posting - Summer ABA Facilitator – Contract, Summer ABA Transition Support Programs
Posted May 25, 2026
External
Date of Appointment:
June 29, 2026 to July 31, 2026 (Full-Time, Contract, 4 positions)
Positions are pending Ministry of Education Funding.
Reporting to:
Superintendent of Education
Summer School Non-Credit Coordinator – Special Education Behaviour Analysts
Description:
The ABA Facilitator will support students with special education needs to support their transitions to school under the supervision of a Hamilton-Wentworth Catholic District School Board (HWCDSB) Behaviour Analyst. The ABA Facilitator may work directly with students and support staff who implement individualized programs for students in a small group setting. The purpose of the summer program is to provide a successful transition to Kindergarten, Grade 9, and back to school using ABA methods, by minimizing potential behavioural challenges that may present with entering and/or returning to a classroom setting.
Details of Function: Based on the applicant's experience and skillset, the Behaviour Analyst will determine and direct the work of the Summer ABA Facilitator.
Responsibilities of the Summer ABA Facilitator may include:
- supporting the Behaviour Analyst in implementing Functional Behaviour Assessments (FBA) and ABA-based curriculum assessments;
- working 1:1 with students to implement individualized behaviour support plans with function- based strategies;
- implementing individual skill building programs focusing on the development of functional independence, self-management, and pre-academic skills;
- using behaviour skills training to teach program staff to implement behaviour reduction plans and skill building programs;
- collecting, graphing, and analyzing baseline and intervention data;
- preparing programming materials;
- engage and participate in training sessions as determined by the Behaviour Analyst; and,
- meet regularly with Behaviour Analyst for supervision.
Qualifications:
- Completed undergraduate degree in behaviour analysis, psychology, education or a related field;
- Enrolled in a post-graduate degree program in behaviour analysis, psychology, education or a related field with recognized coursework in behaviour analysis (i.e., verified course sequence in applied behaviour analysis)
- One (1) year of experience providing behaviour analytic services directly to clients/students who engage in challenging behaviour in a clinical or educational setting
Preference will be given to:
- Completed post-graduate degree in behaviour analysis, psychology, education or a related field and completed post-graduate level coursework in applied behaviour analysis and/or a completed verified course sequence (VCS) in applied behaviour analysis
- In process or completed 1500 hours of supervised practice within the field of ABA under the supervision of a behaviour analyst
- Intention to complete supervised hours in alignment with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario
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3 years of experience providing behaviour analytic services directly to clients/students in a clinical or educational setting
- Experience with the Functional Behaviour Assessment process and ABA-based curriculum assessments
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Experience developing individualized behaviour support plans
- Experience designing comprehensive ABA programs
- Previous successful experience in Summer ABA Facilitator role
- Current BMS Certification or equivalent, including practical application experience
Location: Staff will support transition programs across multiple sites (TBD)
Positions Available: 4
Vacancy Status: new vacancy
Salary: $37.99/hour
Dates: June 29, 2026 to July 31, 2026 (35 hours per week)
Note: All contracts are pending ministry funding and student enrollment.
Last date for consideration: May 14, 2026 at 4:00pm
Application packages shall include the following:
- Cover letter;
- An updated resume; and
- Letter of recommendation from immediate or past supervisor.
Current, completed and clear Vulnerable Sector Check will be required prior to hiring.
Only candidates having the stated qualifications and requirements shall be interviewed. Record Retention: Employers must retain copies of all publicly advertised job postings for three (3) after the posting is removed.
Schools and administrative sites within the Hamilton-Wentworth Catholic District School Board (HWCDSB) give witness to the truth that Jesus Christ is the foundation and the heart of Catholic Education and the centre of its community. Central to this vibrant and student focussed system is a vision of students as uniquely created in the image of God. This commitment is expressed and realized in the Board's Mission which is:
“In union with our Bishop, to enable all learners to realize the fullness of humanity o which our Lord Jesus Christ is the model”
The Hamilton-Wentworth Catholic District School Board is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. If you are contacted regarding an employment opportunity, please advise Human Resources (or the hiring manager) if you require an accommodation.
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