Behavior Technician Title - Part Time

- Position Type:
Support Staff - Instructional/BEHVR SUPP SPECLST - Date Posted:
10/21/2026 - Location:
Henry Burkhart Elementary - Provides one-on-one or small group support for students with diagnoses like autism or ADHD to help them integrate into general education classrooms.
- Reinforces positive behaviors, supporting transitions, and implementing de-escalation strategies using evidence-based techniques.
- Tracks progress and collects behavioral data so teachers can modify and improve treatment plans.
- Adapts worksheets or assignments to match the student's learning needs.
- Guides students through teacher instructions using verbal, visual or physical prompts.
- Teaches coping mechanisms, turn-taking and emotional regulation
- Trains students to express their needs with communication cards, devices, or speech.
- Shares insights during IEP team meetings
- Crisis Intervention: Safely manages severe behaviors like aggression or self-injury using approved CPI protocols
- Teacher Consultation: Briefs classroom teachers on specific triggers and successful de-escalation techniques.
- Proficiency in tracking behavior frequency, duration and ABC charting.
- Solid understanding of ABA principles like reinforcement, prompting and shaping.
- Ability to recognize behavior triggers and defuse tense or aggressive situations calmly.
- Prefer RBT certification or 40 hours of RBT training courses. On site supervision hours are not available.
- Will require CPI certification once hired
- High School Diploma or High School Equivalency Certificate. Prefer an Associates or Bachelor's degree in psychology, education or social work.
- Prefer candidate with ABA or RBT training or certification
| Behavior Technician Title - Part Time | JobID: 6929 |
Behavior Technician
Position Purpose
The Behavior Tech is a specialized paraprofessional who works under AP to implement individualized education and behavior intervention plans for students facing social, emotional, or developmental challenges.
Essential Job Functions
Equipment
Use standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copier and fax machines, calculator, and telephone. May also use adaptive equipment for student support.
Travel Requirements
Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.
Pay Rate
$30.00
Work Schedule
5.5 hours per day
183 days per year
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards
Seldom = Less than 25% Occasional = 26 to 50% Often = 51 to 75% Very Frequent = Greater than 75%
Physical Requirement | Percentage of Time |
| Ability to stand for extended periods of time. | Often |
| Ability to lift 25 pounds. | Occasional |
| Ability to carry 25 pounds. | Occasional |
| Ability to work at a desk, conference table or in meetings of various configurations. | Occasional |
| Ability to see for the purpose of reading laws and codes, rules and policies and other printed matter. | Very Frequent |
| Ability to communicate so others will be able to clearly understand a normal conversation. | Very Frequent |
| Ability to operate job-related equipment. | Very Frequent |
| Ability to reach in all directions. | Very Frequent |
| Strong physical stamina due to aggressive student behavior | Very Frequent |
| Strong Emotional Resilience due to intense student outbursts | Very Frequent |
License/ Registration/ Certification
Education
Experience
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Apply online: https://www.applitrack.com/perryschools/onlineapp/