School Behavior Technician

Cortica•San Diego, CA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Cortica is seeking a dedicated and compassionate School Behavior Technician (SBT) to provide one-to-one behavior support to students with autism and other neurodevelopmental differences in school settings. The role 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 as part of its integrated neurodevelopmental care model. The position follows a consistent Monday–Friday schedule, with required availability from 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM. Actual working hours vary based on student needs. Employees receive a minimum of four hours of paid work per day when they remain available and accept assignments. Before assignment to a designated client, the administrative schedule may be 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM, working on administrative tasks from home and remaining ready 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 $20.57 to $27.60, with compensation within the range based on relevant experience, education, and location.

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

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 in one-on-one and group settings within schools.
Implement individualized behavior intervention plans (BIPs) and skill acquisition programs aligned with students’ IEPs and school goals.
Work with school teams to integrate behavioral strategies into daily 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, 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.
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.