School Behavior Technician
About The Position
Cortica is seeking a School Behavior Technician to provide one-to-one behavior support to students with autism and other neurodevelopmental differences in school settings. The technician works with educators, caregivers, and Cortica’s clinical team to support student success throughout the school day, delivering neurodiversity-affirming ABA services in educational environments. The role follows the school academic calendar, with unpaid breaks during periods such as Winter Break, Spring Break, and Summer. The consistent schedule is Monday through Friday, with required availability from 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM. Actual working hours vary based on student needs; employees who remain available and accept assignments receive a minimum of four paid work hours per day. When not assigned to a client, the administrative schedule may be 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM, working from home and remaining ready to step into a school session if one becomes available.
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-to-one and group settings within schools.
- Implement individualized behavior intervention plans (BIPs) and skill acquisition programs in alignment with student IEPs and school goals.
- Collaborate with school teams to incorporate 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 when 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
