School Behavior Technician

Cortica•Torrance, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Cortica is seeking a dedicated and compassionate School Behavior Technician to provide one-to-one behavior support to students with autism and other neurodevelopmental differences in school settings. The technician works closely with educators, caregivers, and Cortica’s clinical team to support students throughout the school day. Cortica partners with local schools to provide ABA therapy in educational settings as part of its integrated neurodevelopmental care model. This position follows a Monday–Friday schedule and requires availability from 7:30 AM to 3:45 PM. Actual working hours vary based on student needs. Teammates who remain available and accept assignments receive a minimum of four paid work hours per day. When not assigned to a designated client, an administrative schedule may run from 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM, with administrative work completed from home and availability to begin a school session if one becomes available. The role follows the school’s academic calendar and includes unpaid breaks during periods such as Winter Break, Spring Break, and Summer. The base pay range is $20.87 to $28.00, with compensation within the range determined by relevant experience, education, and location. Benefits are offered to full-time teammates.

Requirements

At least one year of work experience in ABA or Behavior Technician roles.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Reliable transportation and ability to travel between work locations.
First aid/CPR certification or ability to obtain it.
Availability Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 3:45 PM.

Responsibilities

Execute responsibilities and skills associated with the Board Certified Autism Technician (BCAT) certification; obtain the certification within 30 days of hire for districts that require it.
Provide direct, holistic, neurodiversity-affirming behavior analytic services to students individually and in groups at schools.
Implement individualized behavior intervention plans and skill acquisition programs in alignment with students’ IEPs and school goals.
Collaborate with school teams to integrate behavioral strategies into classroom routines and support student engagement and learning.
Support student development in communication, social skills, self-regulation, and self-care, including toileting, hygiene, and dressing when appropriate to the school context.
Use a strengths-based treatment approach developed in collaboration with the educational team.
Collect data on student progress and behaviors during each session and complete timely documentation, including session notes and incident reports.
Participate in classroom observations, team meetings, and school-based training sessions as assigned.
Implement proactive behavior support strategies and follow school safety and crisis protocols, including de-escalation and mandated reporting procedures.
Travel between assigned work sites as needed within the designated service area.
Perform other duties as assigned.