Registered Behavior Technician

Ann Arbor Public Schools; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 57,107,030 - 57,939,100; Full time

Job summary

Ann Arbor Public Schools is seeking a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) to provide clinical skills instruction and implement behavior reduction protocols for students with Autism and related developmental disabilities. The RBT works in school and community settings under BCBA supervision and on-site leadership.

The role requires a current RBT certification or willingness to obtain one, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and comfort working with diverse learners.

Qualifications

• Must hold and maintain current BACB RBT certification or be willing to obtain it.
• Experience working with students in autism or related developmental disabilities.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Capable of moving and maintaining various postures for extended periods.
• Ability to collect, record, and report data and communicate progress.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct student service in classroom settings using intensive teaching and natural environment training.
• Follow the behavior intervention plan.
• Collect, record, and interpret data on observable student behavior.
• Support BCBA and teachers with parent training in line with IEPs.
• Communicate student progress to staff and parents; maintain confidentiality.
• Collaborate with the IEP team and attend required trainings.
• Meet with the BCBA weekly and participate in on-site duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Professionalism

Time management

Collaboration

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associates degree

Bachelor's degree

60 credits from approved post-secondary

CDA certificate

MTTC or ParaPro passed

ABA training

CPI training

Job description

POSITION TITLE: Registered Behavior Technicians (RBT)

FTE: 1.0

POSITION LOCATION: To be determined (In-Person)

SALARY: $19.93-$20.22/hour

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP: Executive Director of SISS

Job Description

The Registered Behavior Technicians (RBT) will provide clinical skills instruction and behavior reduction protocols based upon the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis to individuals with Autism and related developmental disabilities in the school and community. The RBT will collect data on programs, report to parents, and assist the BCBA with assessment as needed. RBTs work under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and the building principal.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide direct student service in classroom settings utilizing a combination of intensive teaching and natural environment training arrangements.
• Follow the behavior intervention plan.
• Collect, record, and interpret data on observable student behavior.
• Support BCBAs and teachers with parent training in line with the student's individualized behavior intervention plans.
• Effectively communicate with school staff and parents regarding student progress.
• Maintain client confidentiality.
• Assist teacher/staff with skill acquisitions and behavior intervention plans.
• Assist teacher/staff preparing student materials as instructed.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
• Collaborate with IEP team.
• Maintain and acquire technical knowledge by attending required trainings.
• Meet with BCBA weekly.
• Other duties as assigned.
• This is a full‑time position, requiring regular reliable and predictable attendance on site to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent and at least one of the following:
  • Associates or Bachelor's degree.
  • 60 credit hours from an approved post‑secondary institution, or CDA certificate with the ability to complete additional 30 hours.
  • Have passing score on one of the following state approved academic assessments:
    • Michigan Test for Teacher Certification (MTTC).
    • ETS ParaPro Assessment.
  • Experience working with special education students.
  • Must be able to perform academic work at the level of assignment (K‑8 or secondary).
  • CPI training or willingness to be trained.
  • ABA training desired.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Ability to accept constructive feedback and develop knowledge and skill sets accordingly.
• Effective time management skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks at one time.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with clients, coworkers, supervisors, and community members.
• Ability to adhere to Board of Trustees policy.
• Commitment to ongoing training and development as it relates to professional skills, ethics, technology, and training in order to perform job responsibilities to required standards under the guidance of the BCBA.
• Ability to interpret and implement student behavior intervention plans and IEP goals and objectives.
• Must maintain a professional appearance.

Required Qualifications

• Must hold and maintain current certification as a Registered Behavior Technician as issued by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) or be willing to obtain the certification.
• Enjoy working with students.
• Tolerate working with children who may be aggressive (e.g., hit, kick, spit and scratch).
• Possess the ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Possess the ability to frequently move about and maintain a variety of postures (kneeling, squatting, crawling, sitting, standing) for extended periods of time.
• Possess the ability to relate and interact professionally with students, staff and families.
• Must have manual dexterity to perform specific computer and electronic device functions for data collection.
• Must be able to receive detailed information through oral communication.
• Must have visual acuity to read and comprehend written communication.

Language Skills

• Read, analyze, and interpret professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Communicate effectively and present information both in oral and in written form.

Mathematical Skills

• Add, subtract, and multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Reasoning Ability

• Apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Other Skills and Abilities

• Work with parents and children of diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Develop effective working relationships with students, staff, and the school community.
• Perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.

Physical Demands

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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and talk or hear and sometimes walk and sit. Occasionally the employee will bend or twist at the neck more than the average person. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 50 lbs such as boxes of books and AV/VCR carts. The employee is directly responsible for the safety, well‑being, or work output of other people. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, and the ability to adjust focus. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. The employee is frequently required to interact with public and staff and is directly responsible for the safety, well‑being or work output of students.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Ann Arbor Public Schools is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Ann Arbor Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.