Behavior and Instruction Technician

The Children's Institute of Pittsburgh • Pittsburgh, PA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Behavior and Instruction Technician works at The Day School at The Children’s Institute of Pittsburgh, an approved private school serving students with specialized educational and related services, including autism support and multiple disabilities support. The role uses function-based ABA interventions and positive reinforcement to support positive changes in student behavior and learning. The technician collects data, teaches strategies, and follows protocols to improve student learning outcomes related to educational goals under the direction of a certified special education teacher and behavior specialist.

The technician monitors and assists students during daily routines and classroom activities, documents behavioral or academic progress, implements designated behavioral interventions, communicates student progress and concerns to team members, participates in planning meetings, and facilitates teacher-demonstrated instructional procedures for small groups. The position follows a traditional 10-month school-year schedule, Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One or more years of experience working with children.
• Act 73 FBI clearance, Act 34 Criminal Clearance, and Act 33 Child Abuse clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Four-year degree in Education or a related field, such as Child Development, Psychology, or Social Science.
• Registered Behavior Technician certification or coursework in line with a Behavioral Analyst program.
• Experience working with exceptional children in an educational setting.
• Current and valid CPR and First Aid certification; the Children’s Institute will provide training.

Responsibilities

• Use function-based ABA interventions and positive reinforcement to support positive changes in student behavior related to learning.
• Collect data, teach strategies, and follow protocols to improve student learning outcomes in relation to educational goals.
• Monitor and assist students as needed during daily routines and across classroom activities or settings.
• Assist with collecting and documenting data on behavioral or academic progress.
• Initiate and follow through with behavioral interventions as designated and demonstrated by the classroom teacher.
• Communicate appropriately with team members regarding student progress and concerns.
• Participate in planning meetings about classroom curricular expectations and student needs across developmental areas.
• Facilitate teacher-demonstrated teaching procedures for small groups, including errorless learning and verbal behavior techniques.

Benefits

• Medical and prescription insurance, with a choice of two health plans and networks.
• Free dental and vision coverage for team members.
• Personal/sick time and holidays.
• Medical, bereavement, educational, and personal leaves.
• Six weeks of paid parental leave for birth and adoption.
• 403(b) retirement plan with pre-tax and Roth options; employer match after one year.
• Student loan refinancing program.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility as a nonprofit.
• Education assistance and tuition reimbursement.
• Professional development and continuing education units.
• Life and short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Credit union.
• Team member recognition events.
• Referral bonus.
• Employer-paid CPR training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED