School Behavior Technician

Cortica•Long Beach, CA

About The Position

Cortica is seeking a dedicated and compassionate School Behavior Technician to provide one-on-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 help students succeed throughout the school day. Cortica partners with local schools to provide ABA therapy as part of its integrated neurodevelopmental care model. The role follows the school’s academic calendar, with unpaid breaks during Winter Break, Spring Break, and Summer. The consistent Monday–Friday schedule requires availability from 7:30 AM to 3:45 PM, though actual hours vary according to student needs. Teammates who remain available and accept assignments receive a minimum of four paid work hours per day. Before assignment to a designated client, an administrative schedule may run from 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM, with administrative tasks performed from home while remaining ready to take a school session. The position requires travel between assigned work sites as needed within the designated service area. The base pay range is $20.87 to $28.00, with compensation determined by relevant experience, education, and location.

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 in 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 (BIPs) 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 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 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.