Montessori Magnet Behavior Technician - JOB ID# 14366

CAPITOL REGION EDUCATION COUNCIL; Hartford (CT); Presencial; USD 42 000 - 52 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

Flexible Spending Account

Resumo da oferta

The Capitol Region Education Council (CREC) seeks a Behavior Technician to support students with behavioral and academic needs within our school-based teams in Hartford, CT. You will implement behavioral strategies, document progress, and collaborate with teachers and specialists to promote a positive learning environment.

This role emphasizes de-escalation techniques, data collection, and direct student assistance in small groups or one-on-one settings, aiding teachers with instructional tasks

Qualificações

• High school diploma or GED required.

Responsabilidades

• Assist students in managing behavior by implementing behavioral intervention plans under certified staff guidance.
• Observe and document student behaviors, providing feedback and data to intervention team.
• Use de-escalation techniques and help create a calm, focused classroom environment.
• Work one-on-one or in small groups with students needing behavioral guidance.
• Provide support in academic subjects as directed by teachers or intervention team.
• Collaborate with teachers, counselors, and other staff to ensure a consistent approach.
• Monitor and document students' progress on academic tasks, providing feedback to the teacher.
• Maintain accurate records of behavioral and academic progress, assisting with reporting to administration.
• Seek to expand knowledge of effective intervention strategies and educational support systems.
• Complete and maintain annual crisis management training requirements.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Formação académica

HS Diploma/ GED

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Position Summary

The Behavior Technician is an essential part of the educational team, providing behavioral and academic support to students. This role focuses on creating a positive and productive learning environment by assisting students who need extra support to succeed academically and behaviorally.

The Behavior Technician is an essential part of the educational team, providing behavioral and academic support to students. This role focuses on creating a positive and productive learning environment by assisting students who need extra support to succeed academically and behaviorally.

Duties/Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist students in managing their behavior by implementing behavioral intervention plans (BIPs) under the guidance of certified staff.
• Observe and document student behaviors, providing feedback and data to the intervention team.
• Use de-escalation techniques and assist in creating a calm, focused classroom environment.
• Work one-on-one or in small groups with students who require additional behavioral guidance.
• Provide support in academic subjects (e.g., math, reading, writing) as directed by the teacher or intervention team.
• Collaborate with teachers, counselors, and other support staff to ensure a consistent approach to student support.
• Monitor and document students' progress on academic tasks, providing feedback to the teacher.
• Maintain accurate records of behavioral and academic progress, assisting with reporting to school administration.
• Continuously seek to expand knowledge of effective intervention strategies and educational support systems.
• Complete and maintain annual crisis management training requirements.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no supervisory responsibility.

Competencies

• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Written & Oral Communication - Speaks and writes clearly; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Speaks and writes clearly and informatively; Varies communication style to meet needs; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Diversity & Ethics - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Treats people with respect; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce; Keeps commitments; Works with integrity; Upholds organizational values.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).

Travel Requirements

Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide transportation to meetings, trainings, and professional learning opportunities as required.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Standing (continually, more than 2/3)
• Walking (continually, more than 2/3)
• Sitting (frequently, 1/3 2/3)
• Reach with hands and arms (continually, more than 2/3)
• Climbing or balancing (occasionally, less than 1/3)
• Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl (occasionally, less than 1/3)
• Lifting up to 100 lbs. (continually, more than 2/3)
• Carrying up to 100 lbs. (continually, more than 2/3)
• Behavior Technicians require the ability to work in a high-energy environment with varying noise levels (from quiet to loud) based on student activity.
• Behavior Technicians are expected to work both indoors and outdoors (as needed) and may be expected to participate in off-site field experiences.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Group Health Insurance Plans
• Basic & Supplemental Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability & Short Term Disability options
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Matching Contribution if applicable
• Flexible Spending Account Pre-Tax Savings for Health Care, Dependent Care, and Limited Purpose Post Deductible (if contributing to an HSA)
• Comprehensive benefit time package
• Employee Assistance Program
• Bereavement time & Religious Holidays
• Credit Union Access
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Network Groups
• Access to professional learning opportunities with two fully paid courses through CREC University each year, empowering you to expand your skills and advance your career!
• Benefit from our exclusive partnership with Springfield College, offering a 15% discount on tuition for next-level degree programs to support your academic and career aspirations!

Based on terms and conditions during your employment, specific to your job classification and collective bargaining agreement.

Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Statement

CREC strives to understand and confront the symptoms and causes of racism and prejudiceranging from biases to aggressions to discriminatory policies, practices, and traditionsthat harm people from systemically marginalized groups or that benefit privileged groups. CREC staff and students acknowledge and respect people of all identifiers, such as race, socioeconomic status, gender identity and expression, education, age, ability, ethnicity, culture, sexual orientation, language, nationality, religion, and veteran status.

Disclaimer Statement

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.