Positive Behavior Technician

Fargo Public Schools; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits Eligible

Job summary

The Fargo Public Schools in Fargo, North Dakota are seeking a Positive Behavior Technician to support students with complex behaviors under the MTSS and BCBA framework. The role involves implementing behavior support plans, data collection, and collaboration with school teams.

Applicants should have a high school diploma, ABA training, and experience with diverse students; certification in Ukeru, CPI, and other trainings are part of the onboarding expectations, with initial pay ranges posted.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 40 hours of ABA training prior to hire or within four months from hire date.
• One-year experience working with complex behaviors in education or human services.
• Strong knowledge in core academic areas (literacy and math).
• Ability to maintain composure under stressful conditions.
• Experience serving diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Implement and monitor student behavior support plans with fidelity in various settings (classroom, lunch, recess, etc.).
• Collect data (frequency, duration, ABC, interval) to support MTSS/BCBA teams.
• Collaborate with MTSS team and BCBA on plan adjustments.
• Participate in professional development and ongoing trainings (Ukeru, CPI, ABA-related).
• Provide general student supervision and support school-wide initiatives.
• Attend staff meetings and contribute to district goals.

Skills

Strong communication

Problem-solving

Composure under stress

Experience with diverse populations

Education

High school diploma or GED

ABA training (40 hours)

Associates degree (education/psychology/related)

Job description

Job Type

Full time

Benefits Eligibility

Benefits Eligible

Schedule

9-months Monday through Friday

Salary Range

Group 4 $19.64 to $24.63 per hour

Position Purpose

The Positive Behavior Technician implements behavior support plans using discrete trial training, shaping and chaining, prompting, and differential reinforcement, assisting the Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and Multi-Tier System of Supports (MTSS) team. This position starts out at a range of $19.64 to $24.63/hour. Once the required training is completed, the range will go to $22.76 to $28.31/hour.

Responsibilities

• Student Behavior Management: with specific training in applied behavior analysis, supporting whole group and small group, restorative practices, and trauma-informed practices, works with identified students to increase positive behavior. Priority: EssentialPercent of Time: 80%.
• Implements students' behavior support plans with fidelity inside the students' environments (e.g., classroom, recess, lunch, PE).
• Collects data including frequency, duration, Antecedent-Behavior-Consequence (ABC), and interval data to assist the PBI, MTSS team, and BCBA in developing and adjusting student behavior support plans.
• Follows expectations prescribed by PBI, MTSS team, or BCBA for student programming, progress monitoring, and data collection.
• Professional Development: maintains, acquires, and expands position related theory and technical knowledge. Priority: EssentialPercent of Time: 10%.
• Completes and maintains annual certification for Ukeru prior to hiring or within two (2) months from hire date.
• Completes and maintains annual certification for Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (CPI) Training prior to hiring or within two (2) months from hire date.
• Completes 40 hours of applied behavior analysis training prior to hire or within four (4) months from hire date.
• Completes Catalyst Supporting Whole Group Classroom Leadership or Support Success of Individual Students within one (1) year from hire date.
• Completes Introduction to Restorative Practices within one (1) year from hire date.
• Participates in professional development opportunities in the area of Special Education and/or Regular Education Standards-Based Education; Participates in all mandatory training or training appropriate to the position as required by the district.
• General Support: other duties as assigned. Priority: SecondaryPercent of Time: 10%.
• Contributes to the implementation of special projects when assigned.
• Provides general student supervision as needed. This includes but is not limited to locations indoors and outdoors, such as the lunchroom, bus stops, playground, classroom, field trips, public transportation, assemblies, and kitchen.
• Participates in general staff meetings when requested.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• High school diploma or GED
• 40 hours of applied behavior analysis training prior to hire or within four (4) months from hire date
• One-year experience working with complex behaviors in the field of human services, education, or a similar field
• Strong content knowledge in core academic areas (literacy and math)
• Ability to maintain composure under stressful conditions
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Experience serving diverse populations

Preferred Qualifications

• Associates degree in education, child development, psychology, or a similar field
• Experience managing intense behaviors
• Experience working in a school setting
• Knowledge of Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) or Response to Intervention (RtI)

The Fargo Public School District is committed to maintaining a learning and working environment free from discrimination and harassment in all employment and educational programs, activities, and facilities. The District prohibits discrimination and harassment based on a student's, parent's, guardian's, or employee's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, or any other status protected by law.

Any person having inquiries concerning the District's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI, Title IX, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), or Section 504 is directed to contact Dr. Patricia Cummings, Director of Compliance, who has been designated by the District to coordinate efforts to comply with the regulations regarding nondiscrimination. The office address and telephone number of Dr. Cummings are as follows: 700 7th Street S., Fargo, North Dakota 58103, [phone].

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