Registered Behavior Technician

West Hartford Public Schools; West Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

West Hartford Public Schools is seeking a full-time Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) for Whiting Lane Elementary School. Prior work with special education and students with social-emotional-behavioral needs is preferred.

Responsibilities include implementing IEP goals, data collection, and supporting behavioral and academic needs. Requirements include completion of a 40-hour RBT training plus BCBA supervision hours, passing the RBT Competency Assessment, and ongoing certification.

Qualifications

• Must have completed 40-hour RBT training and supervised hours by a BCBA.
• Must achieve a passing score on the RBT Competency Assessment.
• Must pass the initial RBT examination and annual recertification process.
• Must hold or be able to obtain certification in Physical Management Training.
• Applicant must be at least 18 years old and have completed high school or equivalent, with background checks.

Responsibilities

• Implement student Behavior Intervention Plans.
• Maintain and report student records.
• Communicate with classroom teachers regarding student progress.
• Perform Physical Management in emergency situations.
• Comply with the RBT Ethics Code.
• Perform other duties as assigned by a supervising BCBA or Pupil Services Supervisor.

Skills

RBT certification

Data collection

IEP goals implementation

Collaboration with teachers

Education

40-hour RBT training

RBT Competency Assessment

RBT initial exam & recertification

Physical Management Training certification

High school diploma or equivalent

Background checks

Job description

• Date Posted:
  10/6/2026
• Location:
  Whiting Lane Elementary School
• Date Available:
  ASAP

West Hartford Public Schools is seeking to fill a position for a full-time registered behavior technician at Whiting Lane Elementary School. Previous work with special education students is preferred. Previous experience with students with social-emotional-behavioral needs is preferred. Responsibilities include working with other pupil services staff to implement IEP goals and objectives, collect data, and support students' behavioral and academic needs.

Requirements

• Completion of required training including 40-hour online course, required supervision hours by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst.
• Must have passing score on the RBT Competency Assessment.
• Must pass the initial RBT examination and annual recertification process.
• Must have current certification or be able to obtain certification in Physical Management Training.
• Applicant must be at least 18 years of age, have demonstrated completion of high school or equivalent/higher, and pass all necessary background checks.

Job Description

• Implement student Behavior Intervention Plans.
• Maintain and report student records.
• Communicate with classroom teachers regarding student progress.
• Perform Physical Management in the event of an emergency.
• Discharges duties in accordance with RBT Ethics Code.
• Other duties as assigned by a supervising Board Certified Behavior Analyst or Pupil Services Department Supervisor.

Benefits and Compensation

• Excellent salary, benefits, and working conditions.
• Rate of pay: $30.00/hour

Equity and Anti-Racism Vision

We, the members of West Hartford Public Schools, dedicate ourselves
to the pursuit of equity. Equitable schools are those that value and
honor ALL in our community as unique individuals capable of
maximizing their true potential. We make a solemn promise to identify
and dismantle all elements of systemic racism and historical inequities.
We vow to clear paths, with a relentless duty to those in traditionally
marginalized groups. We pledge to partner with ALL families in the
service of the success of each child.