Impactful Behavior Technician - ABA & Student Support

TrulyHired; Winchester (CT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Winchester Board of Education is seeking a Behavior Technician to monitor and support students with behavioral or social difficulties. You will use approved behavior modification techniques and provide positive reinforcement to help students learn desirable behaviors.

The role involves collaborating with BCBA and school staff, conducting basic academic and behavioral activities, and assisting in implementing individual plans to support student goals across a school year.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of childcare or ABA experience, or BA/BS in progress/completed in psychology, special education, communicative disorders, or related field.
• Background/fingerprint clearance, health screenings, and immunizations required.
• Reliable transportation.
• Ability to build relationships with students and adapt to all situations.
• Knowledgeable in social/emotional concerns.
• Knowledgeable in data collection and Behavior Intervention Plans (preferred).
• Ability to run, kneel, crouch, or crawl for long periods.
• De-escalation and restraint training preferred; training provided.

Responsibilities

• Respond to crises as a Team H member in the assigned building.
• Schedule noncontingent resets for students in need.
• Monitor referral process for student resets and behavioral observations.
• Work with BCBA and case managers; monitor behavior and graph data as directed.
• Review Tier 1-2 behavior interventions with teachers and staff.
• Collect data as directed by BCBA or supervisor.
• Help monitor behavior plans and train staff on plan implementation.

Skills

Experience with behavioral challenges

De-escalation training

Data collection

Mobility and flexibility

Education

BA/BS in psychology, special education, communicative disorders, occupational therapy, or related field

Job description

Winchester Board of Education is seeking a Behavior Technician to monitor and support students with behavioral or social difficulties. You will use approved behavior modification techniques and provide positive reinforcement to help students learn desirable behaviors.

The role involves collaborating with BCBA and school staff, conducting basic academic and behavioral activities, and assisting in implementing individual plans to support student goals across a school year.