Impactful Behavior Technician for Special Education

Learn Academy; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits and retirement plans

Tuition reimbursement

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Learn Academy is seeking a Behavior Technician to support students with special needs by delivering direct instructional support and structured social-emotional development opportunities. The role includes data collection, reinforcing taught behaviors, and assisting in community and school activities under certified supervision.

Entry pay starts at $18/hour with potential increases and advancement opportunities. A bachelor’s degree can add $0.50/hour.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; college degree preferred.
• 1-2 years’ experience working with children in a special needs educational setting preferred but not required – we are willing to train!
• Ability to collaborate and receive feedback, mentoring, and direction from peers and supervisors.
• Demonstrated experience using physical ability and dexterity to safely and effectively use Crisis Management Interventions (including the use of therapeutic holds) of all involved.
• Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card or can obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Providing direct instructional support to individuals and/or groups of students.
• Providing structured support in social-emotional, adaptive behavior, and social-skill development.
• Collecting data regarding student progress towards goals/objectives as directed by the teaching and clinical team.
• Reinforcing academic behaviors taught by certified staff and providing the student with opportunities to practice.
• Assisting students in community, recreational, school, and leisure activities under the direction of certified staff.
• Implementing organization-approved techniques for verbal de-escalation and safe physical restraint. Training in specific therapeutic techniques provided by Desert Choice Schools.
• Performing other related duties as assigned and required by the building administration and certified staff.

Skills

Collaboration

Crisis Management

Data collection

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Learn Academy is seeking a Behavior Technician to support students with special needs by delivering direct instructional support and structured social-emotional development opportunities. The role includes data collection, reinforcing taught behaviors, and assisting in community and school activities under certified supervision.

Entry pay starts at $18/hour with potential increases and advancement opportunities. A bachelor’s degree can add $0.50/hour.