Behavior Technician

Manchester Public Schools; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Manchester Public Schools in Manchester High School seeks a Behavior Technician to support students with challenging behaviors. Working under building administration, you’ll implement strategies to decrease maladaptive behaviors and grow social, communication, and adaptive skills.

You will collaborate with teachers, counselors, and support staff to plan interventions, monitor progress, and document outcomes suitable for Individualized Education Programs and SEL goals.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of de-escalation techniques and how to apply them in classroom settings.
• Knowledge of behavior management techniques to reduce maladaptive behaviors.
• Experience with intensive behavior intervention approaches and strategies.
• Understanding of safety practices in the school environment and student protection.
• Ability to monitor and observe student behavior according to policies.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates recordkeeping and organizational skills.
• Develop rapport and interact effectively with students.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Handle emotionally charged situations calmly and professionally.
• Meet with small groups of students to set goals and reflect on Social-Emotional Learning.

Skills

De-escalation

Behavior management

IBI techniques

Safety practices

Behavior monitoring

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Experience with challenging behaviors

PMT certificate

Job description

• Position Type: Student Support Services/ Other Student Support Services
• Date Posted: 8/20/2026
• Location: Manchester High School (9-12)
• Date Available: As soon as possible

MANCHESTER PUBLIC SCHOOLS

JOB DESCRIPTION

Title: Behavior Technician - High School

Reports to: Building Administration

Job Description:

Under the direction of the Assistant Principal, the Behavior Technician works as a team member with teachers, counselors, school social workers and other appropriate personnel to develop appropriate and positive student behavior. The Behavior Technician Implements strategies that focus on decreasing maladaptive behaviors and increasing social, communication and adaptive skills.

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:

• Knowledge of, and ability to implement, de-escalation techniques
• Knowledge of, and ability to implement, behavior management techniques
• Knowledge of intensive behavior intervention techniques
• Knowledge of safe practices in the school environment
• Ability to monitor and observe student behavior according to approved policies and procedure

procedure

• Demonstrates recordkeeping / organizational skills
• Ability to develop rapport and interact effectively with students
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
• Ability to handle emotionally charged situations
• Ability to meet with small groups of students to set goals, discuss challenges, and reflect on Social-Emotional Learning

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Experience working with students who display challenging behaviors
• Maintain a current certificate in Physical Management Training (PMT)