RBT Educational Assistant: Classroom & Behavior Support

The Menta Education Group; Eunice (NM); On-site; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

PTO

403(b) retirement plan

Job summary

The Menta Education Group in Eunice, NM seeks an Educational Assistant with RBT to support teachers and students in the classroom and Refocus Room, ensuring positive behaviors and academic engagement. Requirements include Registered Behavior Technician certification; Substitute Teacher Certification or a BA, with a background in education or behavioral health preferred.

Hours are 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday–Friday, on a 10-month calendar, with competitive benefits including PTO and a 403(b)

Qualifications

• Registered Behavior Technician Certification is required.
• Substitute Teacher Certification or Bachelor's Degree preferred, but not required.
• Background in education and/or behavioral health preferred.
• Ability to operate tactfully under stress.
• Flexibility to change in routines.
• At least 23 years of age.
• Able to work with high-risk special needs students.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic support within the classroom.
• Manage classroom and/or Refocus Room behaviors.
• Report behavioral concerns of students to appropriate staff.
• Implement and maintain behavioral program policies and data.
• Maintain classroom order and safety (Security).
• Provide general supervision of students inside the school setting.
• Assist in the prevention and management of incidents of non-compliance and/or escalation in behavior.
• Maintain alertness for problems likely to disrupt the educational process or to be a safety concern and correct and report these conditions. Respond to emergency situations.
• Provide interventions to students to assist in managing behaviors.
• Think quickly, independently, and tactfully.

Skills

RBT Certification

Stress management

Flexibility

Age 23+

Special needs experience

Education

Bachelor's degree or teaching certification preferred

Background in education/behavioral health preferred

Job description

The Menta Education Group in Eunice, NM seeks an Educational Assistant with RBT to support teachers and students in the classroom and Refocus Room, ensuring positive behaviors and academic engagement. Requirements include Registered Behavior Technician certification; Substitute Teacher Certification or a BA, with a background in education or behavioral health preferred.

Hours are 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday–Friday, on a 10-month calendar, with competitive benefits including PTO and a 403(b)