Behavior Tech/ Registered Behavior Tech

Middletown Public Schools•Middletown, CT

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Middletown Public Schools is hiring a Registered Behavior Technician or Behavior Technician for Moody Elementary School. The role supports the ICM classroom and school by implementing, collecting data on, and monitoring behavior support plans as directed by the BCBA. The aide uses behavior-management techniques and intervention strategies to reduce behaviors that interfere with learning. The employee must obtain and maintain Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) credentials through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board. Candidates who are not already registered must complete the RBT requirements during their first year; a successfully hired candidate is expected to complete the 40-hour educational requirement and competency assessments and pass the certification exam within 10 months of hire. Preparation may require time outside the workday. The position reports to the Building Principal and works a 182-day school year. Compensation is $28.69 per hour for registered employees or $24.69 per hour for unregistered employees. Benefits mirror paraprofessional benefits, but the position is not considered a member of the unit.

Requirements

RBT certification or the ability to pass the certification exam; candidates who are not currently registered must complete RBT requirements during the first year of employment.
At least two years of college or a passing score on the Parapro assessment.
At least two years of experience working with individuals who exhibit challenging behaviors, unless a bachelor’s degree is substituted for this requirement.
Ability to pass PMT or CPI certification.
Follow policies and procedures and accept constructive criticism.
Initiative, responsibility, follow-through, adaptability to workplace problems, and consistent work quality.
Dependability, accuracy, thoroughness, problem-solving skills, punctuality, and ability to work effectively with others.
Candidates who already hold RBT certification should provide their 40-hour education-module completion certificate and most recent competency assessment.
Candidates without RBT certification must be able to meet BACB requirements, complete 40 hours of education and competency assessments, and pass the RBT certification exam within 10 months of hire.

Nice To Haves

Fluency in Spanish.

Responsibilities

Assist the Behavior Analyst in conducting functional behavior assessments and analyzing student behavioral and instructional data.
Conduct reliability and fidelity checks, as trained and authorized, to monitor implementation of behavior and instructional procedures.
Record, enter, and analyze behavioral and instructional data accurately and on time, using the recommended database system.
Assess student reinforcers and reinforcement strategies.
Implement established classroom behavior-management procedures, behavior strategies, token programs, and other research-based reinforcement systems.
Implement district safety-management training procedures as prescribed.
Assist teachers with developing student training materials and implementing activities of daily living programs, including feeding and toileting.
Implement program-generalization strategies in community, home, and other environments.
Provide student behavior reports to teachers at team meetings and upon request, and communicate relevant behavior information to the classroom team daily or as needed.
Participate in staff meetings and training as directed by the BCBA and attend scheduled biweekly supervision meetings with the BCBA.
Complete forms, reports, and other paperwork accurately and on time; organize and maintain student and program information.
Maintain current knowledge of students’ circumstances and needs, district policies and procedures, the building behavior-management system, intervention strategies, individual behavior-support programs, relevant software, and crisis-management procedures.
Maintain RBT credentials and participate in assigned training, staff development, professional-development opportunities, and yearly performance goals or evaluations.
Provide assistance with student transportation as needed and in accordance with district policy.
Use relevant computer software and comply with applicable policies, procedures, and local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
Notify the Building Principal of personal concerns in a timely manner.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor, Special Education administration, building administration, or BCBA.