Behavior Technician - Carmichael

California Montessori Project • Carmichael, CA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Behavior Technician supports student success by providing direct behavioral interventions, coaching, and instructional support so students can build positive skills and access their education. The role works closely with teachers, specialists, and Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) to foster inclusive, safe, and engaging classrooms.

This is a full-time, school-year, non-exempt classified position with 192 working days and 11 holidays. The Behavior Technician provides individual and small-group support, implements strategies and behavior plans under BCBA guidance, monitors and documents student progress, and assists with student safety, medical, and hygiene needs as required. The position may involve travel to any of the six campuses for network positions, with minimal travel during the same school day.

The work takes place primarily in classrooms and on campus. Conditions may include noise, changing levels of student engagement, and emotionally demanding situations. The role requires patience, compassion, adaptability, collaboration, and adherence to safety and health protocols. Physical demands include moving around campus, occasionally lifting or arranging classroom materials, sitting and standing for extended periods, and responding to student behavioral challenges, which may involve physical interventions.

The hourly pay scale ranges from $26.50 to $31.00 for the HS Diploma column and from $27.50 to $32.00 for the RBT Certification column across steps 1–10. An additional $0.50 per hour is provided for each year after year 10. Placement is on the HS Diploma column unless the candidate holds a current RBT certification. Prior experience may be credited, up to eight years, under the stated experience-credit rules.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Within 30 days of hire, possess 48 college educational units or pass the paraprofessional exam, CBEST, or another valid educational competency test.
• Demonstrable behavioral background, training, and experience working with students with complex and significant behavior issues.
• At least one year of experience working with children with special needs in a school and/or clinical setting.
• Understanding of age-appropriate child development principles and effective guidance strategies in an educational setting.
• Basic knowledge of autism spectrum disorders and awareness of other developmental disabilities and their effects on learning and behavior.
• Understanding of ABA principles and familiarity with instruction methodologies such as Discrete Trial Training (DTT).
• Working knowledge of core school subjects, including arithmetic, grammar, spelling, language, and reading.
• Competence to assist students with individual or group studies and basic knowledge of teaching and instructional methods.
• Ability to implement instructional strategies effectively and work productively and cooperatively with teachers, students, and parents.
• Patience when conveying information to students with communication difficulties and sensitivity to students’ special needs.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Complete Crisis Prevention Intervention training upon hiring if not currently certified.
• Follow established safety protocols, use appropriate techniques when assisting students with physical disabilities or behavioral challenges, and adhere to health and hygiene standards.

Nice To Haves

• Education in special education or a related field.
• Montessori experience.
• Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification.
• Higher-level coursework in behavior assessment, behavior management, child development, or intervention.
• Currently pursuing higher education in behavior analysis.

Responsibilities

• Implement visual, behavioral, social, and communication strategies with therapists and specialists to support student performance and positive behavior.
• Administer special drills for assessment and reinforcement of learning.
• Provide behavior intervention services to individual students with exceptional needs, typically in classrooms or small groups.
• Prepare and develop age-appropriate instructional aids and exercises for behavior and academic instruction.
• Collaborate with certificated and classified staff on student behavior interventions.
• Under BCBA guidance, develop and/or use positive behavior intervention and reinforcement strategies.
• Constantly supervise children, assess support needs, and apply appropriate positive behavior support based on grade and developmental level.
• Assist BCBAs with assessment and progress-monitoring data collection.
• Monitor classroom activities, observe and redirect student behavior according to established procedures, and reinforce techniques specified by the behavior plan or BCBA.
• Document student behavior progress using the individualized education plan as a guide, record information supporting further evaluations, and report occurrences to the behavior analyst.
• Prepare and maintain files and records for assigned students and contribute to program reporting.
• Accompany students between locations and ensure their safety by following health and safety rules.
• Assist students with severe disabilities with medical and hygiene functions as required.
• Serve on the campus CPI Active Response Team and maintain CPI certification; CMP provides the training.
• Maintain regular attendance and punctuality.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the objectives of the position.

Benefits

• Sick leave, paid holidays, and vacation as applicable by position.
• 403(b) and 457 retirement plans through CalSTRS Pension2, subject to California law and CMP policy.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time positions, including eligible dependents.
• Access to free before- and after-care through Club M for employees with students enrolled at a CMP campus, subject to availability; application fees apply.
• Health-care and dependent-care Flexible Spending Account options.
• Employee Assistance Program with confidential support for personal or work-related challenges.
• Access to Nivati, a mental health platform offering counseling, coaching, and wellness tools.
• CPI certification training provided by CMP.

What This Job Offers

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