Behavior Technician Jobs – Education Center

The Watson Institute; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility

Ongoing professional development

Excellent medical, dental, vision coverage

403b retirement plan with employer contributions

Job summary

A special education provider in Pittsburgh seeks a Behavior Technician to support students with disabilities in a classroom setting. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in psychology or education, knowledge of behavioral principles, and at least three years of preferred experience with complex needs. You'll implement positive behavior support programs under supervision, collect data for IEPs, and maintain a safe classroom environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of behavioral principles, evidenced by experience and education.
• Successfully completed or will complete the Certification Program for a Behavior Technician.
• Experience with children with complex needs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of students’ IEPs.
• Implement positive behavior support programs.
• Collect and analyze data regarding students’ programs.

Skills

Behavioral principles knowledge

Oral communication skills

Team collaboration

Capacity for moderate physical effort

Crisis management strategies

Education

Bachelor’s degree in psychology, education, or related field

Job description

As a Behavior Technician, you'll work in a special education classroom in Sewickley or Bridgeville to support students with disabilities and help manage behaviors.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, education, or a closely related field required
• Demonstrated knowledge of behavioral principles, evidenced by experience and education
• Successfully completed or will complete the 40‑hour Certification Program for a Behavior Technician within one month of starting position/beginning employment
• Experience working with children with complex needs, at least three years’ experience preferred
• Experience implementing positive behavior support plans is preferred
• Most tasks require oral communications, visual and hearing perception, and the ability to get around the classrooms, cafeteria, gym, campus, etc.
• Experience collaborating with teams
• Supervise students during emergency drills, play periods, and community‑based instruction; the ability to keep up with running children and/or to lift, position, or assist with lifting students is essential to perform this task
• The essential functions of the job described herein require the ability to exert moderate physical effort in light work typically involving some combination of bending, stooping, squatting, reaching, kneeling, crouching, and brisk walking, which may involve lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and material of moderate weight (40 pounds)
• Ability to use the strategies of Comprehensive Crisis Management and Ukeru to physically support students for their safety and the safety of others.
• Current Acts 34, 114, and 151 clearances required
• Pre‑employment medical examination, including a tuberculosis test required

Behavior Technician Job Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of the Classroom teacher, participate effectively as a classroom team member and support the implementation of students’ IEPs
• Along with team members, implement positive behavior support programs for students
• Collect data as outlined in students’ PBSPs and IEPs or as directed by the teacher
• Trend and analyze data to use with the team in making decisions on students’ programs based on the PBSPs and IEPs
• Understand and utilize the model of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
• Collaborate with team on behavior management procedures
• Maintain certification in Comprehensive Crisis Management and Ukeru
• Work to maintain professional competence and skills via training, continuing education, in‑services, and supervision
• Assist in maintaining safe organization of the classroom environment and adhere to all policies and procedures
• Support communication skills, social skills, self‑help skills, and play skills through ABA principles
• Demonstrate organizational skills, relate to students, use effective interpersonal skills, document activities, contribute to the smooth operation of the Education Center, adhere to safety and health procedures
• Participate actively in the supervisory process, engage in skill development activities
• Other duties as assigned

Job Benefits

• Access to Tuition Reimbursement to pursue further education and advanced degrees.
• Qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
• Ongoing professional development through continued education opportunities, training, and direct staff support
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage, and additional voluntary benefits
• 403b retirement plan with employer contributions and match after 1 year of employment