Applied Behaviour Analysis

November 25, 2025

Posting #25.070

Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) TRANSITION LEADER (MM5) – 2 PERM openings, 1 TEMP opening (Jan. 5/26-Aug. 31/27)Learning Services – Special Education

Applications from employees of the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDS
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and external applicants will be considered.

Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) serves approximately 65,000 students in 123 schools, as well as alternative and continuing education sites. WRDSB is committed to creating learning environments that support the achievement and well-being of all students through partnering with staff, parents, families, caregivers and communities to promote success in learning and life. Additional information regarding the Board is available on the Board's website at

Reporting to the Superintendent of Student Achievement and Well-Being (Special Education) through the System Administrator (Special Education) the successful candidate to this position is responsible for supporting principals, teachers and support staff by providing and coordinating training and supporting students with ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder).

The successful applicant for this Mid-management Level 5 position ($106,586 to $124,069), will be working 35 hours per week, 12 months per year, effective January 5, 2026.

Responsibilities:

· Provide support to principals, teachers and paraprofessional staff in the use of ABA (Applied Behaviour Analysis) strategies;

· Provide and coordinate ASD/ABA training and resources;

· Support children and youth transitioning from the OAP (Ontario Autism Program) to school (e.g. observe therapy sessions, attend Case Conferences, support reintegration into classroom);

· Liaise with parents/caregivers and community partners associated with the OAP;

· Facilitate collaboration between service providers and schools;

· Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

ABA expertise comprises formal education and training and practical experience that is recommended to include, but is not limited to the following competencies:

· Completion of a University degree is required;

· Postgraduate studies or equivalent field experience in autism and behavioural science is preferred;

· Preference will be given to Board Certified Behaviour Analysts registered/registering with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts;

· Experience providing and/or facilitating adult learning and training;

· Experience working with children and youth who have Special Education Needs, in particular those who have been diagnosed with ASD;

· Training ABA principles from a recognized institution;

· Knowledge of the Elementary and Secondary Education System in Ontario;

· Familiarity with Special Education issues, particularly those relevant for children and youth with autism spectrum disorders;

· Excellent interpersonal, organizational and coordinating skills; and

· A valid Ontario driver's license, with access to a personal vehicle is required.

Candidates are asked to electronically submit a copy of their covering letter and resume, quoting posting #25.070 – ABA Transition Leader, no later than 4:00 p.m. on Friday December 5, 2025 to Laurie Pett, Human Resources Officer at

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The Waterloo Region District School Board is committed to equity in employment. We are committed to fair and equitable hiring practices that allow us to hire qualified staff who reflect the diversity of the community we serve, who will foster the success and well-being of our students and who demonstrate a commitment to equity and inclusion in the classroom.

We actively encourage application from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including, but not limited to:

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First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples;

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Members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour, religion and/or spiritual beliefs, or place of origin;

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Persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities; and

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Persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions.

We will make any appropriate accommodation based on any of the human rights protected grounds, to support candidate participation in the hiring process.

Upon request, we will provide reasonable accommodations in the hiring process to support applicants

with disabilities.

While we appreciate all applications, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
No phone calls please.