School Behavior Technician

Cortica•Glendale, AZ

About The Position

Cortica is seeking a compassionate School Behavior Technician to provide one-on-one behavior support to students with autism and other neurodevelopmental differences in school settings. The role works in partnership with educators, caregivers, and Cortica’s clinical team to support students throughout their 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 and requires availability from 7:30 AM to 3:45 PM. Actual working 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 apply from 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM, with administrative work performed from home and readiness to take 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. It involves work in school environments and travel between assigned work sites within the designated service area as needed.

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 it within 30 days of hire for districts that require certification.
Provide direct, holistic, neurodiversity-affirming behavior analytic services to students in one-on-one and group settings in schools.
Implement individualized behavior intervention plans (BIPs) and skill acquisition programs aligned with student 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 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 within the designated service area as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.