School Readiness Behavior Therapist
Listed compensation
$15-$26/hr
The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday
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Job Description
In the ABC Academy program, you’ll help children ages 5–12 succeed by providing support alongside their school experience.
- Make a difference every day by working hands-on with children with autism to build communication, social, and independent living skills through ABA therapy. You’ll implement individualized treatment plans, collaborate with a supportive team, and receive training to earn your RBT certification.
- Schedule: 12:00 pm-6:30 pm Mon-Fri, 9 am-12 pm every other Saturday
- Position is full-time
- Location: 3303 Rogers Road, San Antonio, Texas 78251
- Start Date: Immediate openings available!
- Hiring Immediately: We respond quickly to applications, so please be ready for a call or email to schedule your interview
- Experience that’s a PLUS (but not required): Childcare: nanny, babysitter, preschool teacher, tutor. Mental Health Roles: QMHP, behavioral health technicians. Camp Counselors, Paraprofessionals, Caregivers, Life Skill Assistants, SPED teachers
Pay (determined by education and ABA experience)
- High School / Associate’s Degree: $15 – $22.50 per hour
- Bachelor’s Degree: $15 – $24 per hour
- Master’s Degree: $16 – $26 per hour
- Fun Fact: You’ll receive your first raise after earning your RBT certification!
What You’ll Be Doing
- Work one-on-one with children aged 5 to 12 years using play-based ABA therapy
- Follow personalized treatment plans, collect simple data, and communicate with your team
- Help kids learn through play, movement, reading, games, and hands-on activities
- Stay active during sessions, moving constantly to stay engaged with children
- Maintain a clean, organized, safe therapy space
- Be part of a supportive, mission-driven team that celebrates progress and growth
Be Ready to Hear From Us: We respond to applications quickly, often within 24 hours. Please keep your phone nearby and check your email so we can schedule your interview as soon as possible.
Job Requirements
- Lift up to 30lbs
- Sit, stand, crouch, squat, and move quickly with young children
- Get on and off the floor frequently
- Maintain an active pace throughout the day
- Keep therapy spaces clean, organized, and safe
- At least 18 years old
- High school diploma
- Consistent attendance and punctuality
- Willingness to complete paid RBT certification within 20 days of hire
- Commitment to ABC’s core value of team; may occasionally help support a nearby sister clinic if that center is experiencing a need for coverage
Why Candidates Choose ABC
- Guaranteed full time hours
- Paid training and fully covered RBT certification
- Raises every 6 months with clear goals
- Health insurance covered at 90 percent
- Free lunch every Friday
- DoorDash DashPass and Calm app provided
- Paid time off: 10 holidays, 10 PTO days, 2 flex days
- Student loan repayment support
- A team-focused, supportive, fun work environment
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ABC is an equal opportunity employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, disability, marital status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws, including the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act (PHRA). We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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Key Responsibilities
You will provide one-on-one ABA therapy to children aged 5-12 to build communication, social, and independent living skills. Additionally, you will implement individualized treatment plans, collect data, and collaborate with a supportive team.
Requirements
Candidates must have a high school diploma, be at least 18 years old, and be willing to complete RBT certification within 20 days of hire. The role requires physical stamina to lift up to 30lbs and the ability to move quickly and frequently get on and off the floor.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Mental Health Therapy Career Context
Action Behavior Centers ranks #1 of 10 employers hiring Behavior Analyst on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.
Of the 45 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 71% are remote, 31% have no call, 84% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$44k in purchasing power | Texas index 97.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Mental Health Therapy listings in Texas | 285 active | 2,795 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 71% remote · 31% no call · 84% no weekends45 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | loan repayment | Texas healthcare professional listings: 74% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 52% offer loan repayment285 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Mental Health Therapy listings | 2,463 in the last 30 days | 1,576 the 30 days before (+56%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Mental Health Therapy pay trend | +1.2% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
| Action Behavior Centers | #1 of 10 for pay | Top Employers work-life index |
Location & Logistics
Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$43k midpoint, that is roughly $2k–$3k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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