Applied Behavior Technician: Classroom Support & ABA

Cobb County School District; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Cobb County School District is looking for a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) to support teachers and work directly with students displaying maladaptive, dangerous and disruptive behaviors in the classroom. You will be part of the intensive support team developing positive intervention plans to improve student performance.

The RBT will implement Applied Behavior Analysis protocols with fidelity, collect data, and provide direct instruction of behavior strategies including positive

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 2 years of college, or passing GACE/PRAXIS Paraprofessional test required.
• Registered Behavior Technician certificate or willingness to obtain and maintain.
• 1 year experience with students with disruptive behaviors; autism/EBSD preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds; two-person lift for heavier students.
• Strong written and oral communication; knowledge of ABA, BIPs and FBAs.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance.
• Utilize Applied Behavior Analysis to implement protocols with fidelity.
• Provide direct instruction of behavior strategies, including reinforcement and differential reinforcement.
• Collect and evaluate data using direct and indirect methods.
• Provide teacher consultation and support on BIPs and FBAs.
• Assess and monitor generalization of treatments across settings and staff.
• Pursue professional development in ABA and related treatments.
• Generate and share session notes describing behaviors and strategies.
• Participate in meetings with families and schools as needed.
• Assist in crisis intervention planning as appropriate.

Skills

ABA knowledge

Data collection

Communication skills

Behavior intervention plans

Education

Associate degree / 2 years college or GACE/PRAXIS

Job description

Cobb County School District is looking for a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) to support teachers and work directly with students displaying maladaptive, dangerous and disruptive behaviors in the classroom. You will be part of the intensive support team developing positive intervention plans to improve student performance.

The RBT will implement Applied Behavior Analysis protocols with fidelity, collect data, and provide direct instruction of behavior strategies including positive