Immediate Opening - Behavior Technician

South Brunswick Public Schools; United States; On-site; USD 45,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Prescription and Dental

Tuition reimbursement

Pension enrollment

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The South Brunswick School District is seeking a Behavior Technician to support students through applied behavior analysis (ABA). You will implement skill acquisition and behavior modification plans under the district’s Behavior Specialist, following established protocols and IEP/BIP guidelines.

The role requires RBT certification, a background in working with children with disabilities, and strong interpersonal skills. This is a 10-month, full-time position with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma with 4 years ABA experience and RBT certification.
• Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Education or related field with RBT certification.
• Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Education or related field with 2 years ABA experience.
• Ability to work directly with students under district supervision.
• Demonstrated knowledge of addressing behaviors that impede student learning.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident status.

Responsibilities

• Direct implementation of skill acquisition and behavior modification plans.
• Support students through ABA under supervision of Behavior Specialist.
• Apply established protocols per IEP and BIP.

Skills

RBT certification

ABA experience with children

Interpersonal communication skills

Education

High school diploma with ABA experience

Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Education or related field

Bachelor's degree with 2 years ABA experience

Job description

DESCRIPTION

The Behavior Technician is a highly trained behavior intervention specialist with knowledge and skills necessary to support students through the application of applied behavior analysis (ABA). They provide a full range of behavioral supports, following established protocols and the student's Individual Education Plan (IEP) and Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP). The Behavior Technician is responsible for the direct implementation of skill acquisition and behavior modification plans developed by the district's Behavior Specialist.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Degree + Certification

• High school diploma, or higher, 4 years of experience working with children with disabilities in an ABA program, and Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification.
• Bachelor's degree, or higher, in the job-related area (Psychology, Education or related field) and Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification.
• Bachelor's degree, or higher, in the job-related area (Psychology, Education or related field) and 2 years of experience working with children with disabilities in an ABA program.

2. Ability to work directly with students under the direction of the district's Behavior Specialist.
3. Demonstrated knowledge and expertise in addressing behaviors that impede student learning.
4. Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
5. Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status.

2026 – 2027 Terms of Employment

Base Salary: $41,250

Employment Period: Ten (10) Months

Union Affiliation: SBABT

Benefits

Full-time staff are eligible for Medical, Prescription and Dental Benefits. The South Brunswick School District offers a competitive salary, paid professional development opportunities, competitive benefits package including tuition reimbursement, and enrollment in the New Jersey Division of Pension and Benefits.