School Behavior Technician

Cortica•Glendale, CA

About The Position

Cortica is seeking a dedicated and compassionate School Behavior Technician to provide 1:1 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 help students succeed throughout the school day. Cortica partners with local schools to provide ABA therapy as part of its integrated neurodevelopmental care model. This role follows a consistent Monday–Friday schedule, with availability required from 7:30 AM to 3:45 PM. Actual hours vary based on student needs, but teammates who remain available and accept assignments receive at least four paid work hours per day. When not assigned to a client, the technician may follow an administrative schedule from 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM, completing administrative tasks from home and remaining available for school sessions. The position follows the school academic calendar, with unpaid breaks during Winter Break, Spring Break, and Summer.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Board Certified Autism Technician (BCAT) or Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) credential within 30 days of employment, where required by the district.
Ability to obtain assigned safety training certification within 30 days of employment.
Reliable transportation and ability to travel between work locations.
First aid/CPR certification or ability to obtain it.
Tuberculosis (TB) clearance.

Responsibilities

Provide direct, holistic, neurodiversity-affirming behavior analytic services to students in one-on-one and group settings at schools.
Implement individualized behavior intervention plans (BIPs) and skill acquisition programs in alignment with student IEPs and school goals.
Work with school teams to integrate behavioral strategies into classroom routines and support student engagement and learning.
Support students’ communication, social skills, self-regulation, and self-care, including toileting, hygiene, and dressing as 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.
Use 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.
Complete responsibilities and demonstrate skills associated with the Board Certified Autism Technician (BCAT) certification; obtain the certification within 30 days of hire where required by the district.