2026-2027 Registered Behavior Technician - Early Childhood Special Education

Springfield Public Schools•Springfield, MO

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) provides support to the instructional program by working directly with students to help them reach targeted behavior goals, improve social skills, and implement behavior intervention plans (BIPs). The RBT works under the close supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), following ethical guidelines and behavior-analytic procedures to support behavior management and social development. The position is in the Early Childhood Special Education Department. Vacancies are based on caseload and posting of vacancies and are dependent upon confirmed enrollment. The work environment is primarily indoors, with moderate noise and temperature levels. The work is medium-demanding and requires exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 30 pounds frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds constantly. The role requires the ability to perform Crisis Prevention Institute physical disengagement skills and holds to keep students and adults safe.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum of 60 completed college hours or a certificate of completion from a DESE-approved Substitute Training Program.
Obtain and maintain a Missouri Substitute Teaching Certificate.
Hold or be in the process of obtaining Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB).
CPR and First Aid certification.
Obtain and maintain physical intervention training.
Pass a Criminal Background Clearance with results satisfactory to the District.
Knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) principles, behavior intervention strategies, child guidance principles, safe classroom practices, data collection and analysis methods, and district policies regarding student behavior and safety.
Ability to work under BCBA supervision and consistently follow behavior intervention plans (BIPs).
Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with diverse teams, including teachers, school staff, and supervisors.
Ability to maintain professional and ethical standards outlined by the BACB.
Ability to collect accurate data, implement behavior interventions, and operate standard office equipment and pertinent software applications while preparing and maintaining accurate records.
Ability to read technical information and compose a variety of documents.
Ability to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups; apply critical thinking and problem-solving; adhere to safety practices; meet deadlines and schedules; and work under time constraints.
Ability to perform Crisis Prevention Institute physical disengagement skills and holds.
Physical ability to perceive sounds, make rational decisions using logic and deduction, communicate verbally, make substantial hand, wrist, and finger movements, and discern letters or numbers at a given distance.
Physical abilities required include balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, feeling, grasping, handling, hearing, kneeling, manual dexterity, mental acuity, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, standing, stooping, talking, visual acuity, and walking.
Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 30 pounds frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds constantly.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with students with behavior challenges, particularly in an educational setting.
Possession of a valid driver’s license with evidence of insurability is highly recommended.

Responsibilities

Implement behavior-analytic interventions based on students’ Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), following guidance from a BCBA or other certified supervisor.
Assist instructional staff with behavior management techniques and use applied behavior analysis (ABA) techniques to improve students’ learning skills, self-care abilities, and social competencies.
Attend meetings, workshops, and training sessions to strengthen understanding of ABA principles, behavior support techniques, and student needs.
Collect and document data on student behavior, performance, and interventions to maintain accurate records and support BCBA decision-making.
Provide feedback to students about their behavior, reinforce positive actions, and guide students through problem-solving strategies.
Comply with legal and ethical standards, maintain confidentiality, and ensure interventions follow BACB guidelines.
Communicate with the BCBA, teachers, and other school staff about students’ progress and behavior needs, as appropriate.
Support students in diverse educational settings and help create safe, supportive, and productive learning environments.
Follow district safety practices to protect students’ health and safety during interventions.
Perform other duties as required or assigned.