School-Based ABA Behavioral Technician

Cortica - Neurodevelopmental•Torrance, CA

6h•$21 - $28•Hybrid

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 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 3:45 PM. Actual working hours vary according to student needs. Teammates who remain available and accept assignments receive at least four hours of paid work per day. When not assigned to a client, the administrative schedule may be 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM, with administrative work performed from home and availability to take a school assignment 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. Responsibilities include implementing individualized behavior and skill-acquisition programs, collaborating with school teams, supporting students’ development, collecting data, and following school safety and crisis procedures. Travel between assigned work sites may be required within the designated service area. The base pay range is $20.87 to $28.00. Compensation within the range is based on relevant experience, education level, and location. Cortica offers a benefits package for full-time teammates.

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.
Ability to maintain availability from 7:30 AM to 3:45 PM, Monday through Friday.

Responsibilities

Execute responsibilities and skills associated with 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 in one-to-one and group settings at schools.
Implement individualized behavior intervention plans (BIPs) and skill-acquisition programs aligned with students’ IEPs and school goals.
Collaborate 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.
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.