Behavior Technician - Carmichael

Cacmp; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time Off

403(b) and 457 plans

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Childcare Support

Flexible Spending Accounts

EAP

Mental Health Support

Job summary

The California Montessori Project (CMP) seeks a Behavior Technician to support students with behavioral needs across CMP campuses. You will work closely with teachers, therapists, and BCBAs to implement strategies, provide direct intervention, and reinforce positive behaviors in classroom settings.

This full-time, school-year position offers meaningful work in a Montessori environment, opportunities for professional development, and collaboration within a multi-campus network focused on MTSS and

Qualifications

• Must possess a high school diploma.
• Demonstrates 48 college educational units or ability to pass paraprofessional CBEST within 30 days of hire.
• Experience working with students with special needs in school and/or clinical settings.

Responsibilities

• Implement behavioral strategies under supervision of BCBA.
• Provide individual and small-group support in classrooms.
• Prepare instructional aids and exercises.
• Collaborate with certificated and classified staff on interventions.
• Collect data and monitor progress.
• Maintain files and report incidents to behavior analyst.
• Ensure student supervision and safety.

Skills

Behavioral support

Classroom support

Communication

Education

High school diploma

48 college units or CBEST

Job description

Job Title: Behavior Technician

Reports To/Supervisor: Director of Special Education

Site Lead(s): Campus Principal / Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Date Created/Updated: 09/17/2025

Classification: Full Time, School Year, Non-Exempt, Classified

Number of Working Days: 192

Work Calendar: School Year Hourly - 192 (+ 11 Holidays)

Salary/Pay Rate: Behavior Technician Pay Scale (see below)

About Us

California Montessori Project (CMP) is a successful public charter school network based in the greater Sacramento area with an exceptional TK-8 Montessori program that is tuition-free and open to all students. The network serves over 3,000 students on seven campuses. CMP is authorized through, and maintains strong relationships with four school districts: Elk Grove Unified School District, Sacramento City Unified School District, San Juan Unified School District and Buckeye Union School District.

CMP teachers are supported in pursuing dual-certification, holding a Montessori certification from an AMS-accredited training center and a California state credential. The CMP Leadership Team, including the Governing Board, Directors, Principals, and Deans, provide stability and focused guidance to the organization. CMP’s commitment to equity and student success is anchored in the frameworks of Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) and Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS), which build sustainable systems and promote whole-child development.

CMP Mission

The Mission of the California Montessori Project is to provide a quality, tuition-free, TK-8, Montessori education that challenges our students to reach their full potential.

Summary/Objective

Behavior Technicians play a vital role in supporting students’ success at CMP. They provide direct behavioral interventions, coaching, and instructional support, helping students build positive skills and access their education. Working closely with teachers, specialists, and BCBAs, Behavior Technicians foster inclusive, safe, and engaging classrooms where every student can thrive.

Essential Functions

• Implementation of Strategies: Assist therapists and specialists by implementing visual, behavioral, social, and communication strategies to enhance student performance and promote positive behavior. Administer special drills for assessment and reinforcement of learning.
• Individual and Group Support: Provide behavior intervention services to individual students with exceptional needs, typically in the classroom or small group settings.
• Instructional Support: Prepare and develop age-appropriate instructional aids and exercises to support behavior and academic instruction.
• Collaboration: Assist in collaboration with certificated and classified staff on behavior interventions for students.
• Behavior Management: Under the guidance of a BCBA, develop and/or use positive behavior intervention strategies and reinforcement. Supervise children constantly, assess the need for, and apply, appropriate positive behavior support according to grade and/or developmental level.
• Data Collection: Assist BCBAs with data collection for assessments and progress monitoring.
• Classroom Monitoring: Monitor classroom activities observe and redirect student behavior according to established procedures, and reinforce behavior modification techniques as directed by the behavior plan and/or BCBA.
• Documentation and Reporting: Document student behavior progress using the individualized education plan as a guide. Record information to support further evaluations and report occurrences to behavior analyst.
• File and Record Maintenance: Prepare and maintain files and records for assigned students and contribute to program reporting.
• Student Supervision and Safety: Accompany students between locations, ensure their safety by following health and safety rules.
• Medical and Hygiene Assistance: Assist students with severe disabilities with certain medical and hygiene functions as required.
• CPI Team:Serves on the campus CPI Active Response Team, maintaining CPI certification which is provided by CMP.
• Additional Duties: Perform other duties as assigned to support the overall objectives of the position.
• Attendance: Maintain regular attendance and punctuality.
• Understanding of age-appropriate child development principles
• Knowledge of effective guidance strategies for an educational setting
• Basic knowledge of autism spectrum disorders
• Awareness of other developmental disabilities and their impact on learning and behavior
• Understanding of ABA principles
• Familiarity with specific instruction methodologies such as Discrete Trial Training (DTT)
• Working knowledge of core subjects taught in schools (arithmetic, grammar, spelling, language, and reading)
• Sufficient competency to assist students with individual or group studies
• Basic knowledge of teaching and instructional methods
• Ability to implement instructional strategies effectively
• Ability to work productively and cooperatively with teachers, students, and parents
• High levels of patience when conveying information to students with communication difficulties
• Sensitivity to the special needs of students
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Upon hiring, complete Crisis Prevention Intervention training if not currently certified

Supervisory Responsibilities ( if applicable)

None

Work Environment

• Classroom Environment: This role often works in classrooms where conditions can vary. This may include exposure to noise, varying levels of student engagement, and the need to adapt to changing circumstances.
• Emotional Demands: Working with students can be emotionally demanding but also incredibly rewarding. Must remain patient, compassionate, and composed, even in challenging situations.
• Collaboration: Regular interaction and collaboration with teachers, teaching assistants, therapists, and other professionals to support students effectively.
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and development to stay updated with best practices, behavior management techniques, and educational technology.

Physical Demands

The role of a Behavior Technician involves various physical demands due to the nature of working with students. These demands may include:

• Mobility: Moving around the classroom and the school campus, assisting students with challenging behaviors, and transitioning between activities.
• Lifting: Occasionally lifting and arranging classroom materials.
• Sitting and Standing: Engaging with students, teachers, and activities while both sitting and standing for extended periods.
• Adapting to Student Needs: Quickly responding to unexpected situations, such as helping a student who is experiencing a behavioral challenge, which may include physical interventions.

Safety Measures

• Safety Protocols: Following established safety protocols and guidelines to ensure the physical and emotional well-being of all students.
• Proper Techniques: Utilizing appropriate techniques for assisting students with physical disabilities or behavioral challenges to prevent injury to both students and staff.
• Health Considerations: Adhering to health and hygiene standards and being mindful of any allergies or medical conditions that students may have.

Travel Requirements

May be required to travel to any of the 6 campuses for network positions. Minimal travel during the same school day.

Required Education and Experience

• Must possess a high school diploma.
• The position requires 48 college educational units, or the ability to pass the paraprofessional exam, CBEST, or other valid educational competency test within 30 days of hire.
• Demonstrable behavioral background, training, and experience working with students with complex and significant behavior issues.
• Minimum of one-year experience working with special needs children in a school and/or clinical setting.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Special education, or related field.
• Higher level coursework in behavior assessment, behavior management, child development, or intervention and candidates pursuing higher education in behavior analysis is desired.

Compensation and Benefits

• Time Off: Sick leave, paid holidays, vacation (as applicable by position),
• Retirement: 403(b) and 457 retirement plans through CalSTRS Pension2 according to California state law, California Education code and CMP policy.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance for Full Time Positions: Comprehensive coverage for you and your eligible dependents.
• Childcare Support: Access to free before and after care through Club M for employees with students enrolled at a CMP campus (subject to availability; application fees apply).
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Options for health care and dependent care.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support for personal or work-related challenges.
• Mental Health Support: Access to Nivati, a mental health platform offering counseling, coaching, and wellness tools.

AAP/EEO Statement

It is the policy of California Montessori Project to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. This policy applies to all employment practices including recruitment, hiring, compensation, promotion, training, and termination.

Other Duties

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Placement for this position will be on the HS Diploma column, unless the candidate holds a current RBT Certification from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board.

Maximum 8 years creditable service for previous Behavior Technician experience as follows:

• 1 year for every year of full-time, full-year relevant Behavior Technician experience.
• 1 year for every 2 years of CMP Instructional Assistant experience.

Steps

HS Diploma

RBT Certification

1

$26.50

$27.50

2

$27.00

$28.00

3

$27.50

$28.50

4

$28.00

$29.00

5

$28.50

$29.50

6

$29.00

$30.00

7

$29.50

$30.50

8

$30.00

$31.00

9

$30.50

$31.50

10*

$31.00

$32.00

*$0.50 per hour increase every year after year 10