School Behavior Technician
About The Position
Cortica is seeking a dedicated and compassionate School Behavior Technician (SBT) to provide one-on-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 help students succeed throughout the school day. Cortica partners with local schools to provide ABA therapy in educational settings 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 according to student needs. Employees who remain available and accept assignments receive a minimum of four paid work hours per day. When not assigned to a designated client, the employee may follow an administrative schedule from 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM, completing administrative tasks from home while remaining ready to step into a school session if one becomes available. This school-based role follows the school’s academic calendar and includes unpaid breaks during periods such as Winter Break, Spring Break, and Summer. The employee may travel between assigned work sites within the designated service area.
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 each student’s IEP and school goals.
- Work 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 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
