Registered Behavior Technician (ESP)

Bourne-Public-Schools; Bourne (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bourne Public Schools in Bourne, MA is seeking a Registered Behavior Technician (ESP) or Applied Behavior Analyst (ESP) to provide direct behavior-analytic services within a supportive school environment. You will collect data, implement behavior plans, and support teachers with classroom interventions to help identified students thrive.

Ideal candidates have completed an approved RBT/ABA program with an active certificate and can work with diverse learners.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Associate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Collects and maintains data about student performance and behavior.
• Implements behavior-analytic tasks as outlined by the supervising BCBA.
• Assists the classroom teacher and staff as needed.
• Works with students in various school settings and supports safe, positive behavior.

Skills

Experience preferred

Strong communication

Education

Associate degree

Job description

Registered Behavior Technician (ESP)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5921371

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 10, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Registered Behavior Technician (ESP) or
Applied Behavioral Analyst (ESP)
Policy Information
Series Job Description - Job Descriptions
RBT or ABA (ESP)
Policy # _JD104___
BOURNE PUBLIC SCHOOLS

REGISTERED BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN (RBT) - (ESP) or APPLIED BEHAVIOR ANALYST (ABA) - (ESP)

JOB DESCRIPTION

Reports to: Special Education administrator or designee, Building Principal and supervising BCBA.

Job Goal: To provide direct implementation of behavior-analytic services to identified students and classroom support to teachers/staff and students in a safe and supportive educational environment

Supervises: N/A

1. Collects and maintains data about the performance and behavior of individual students and confers with the BCBA and special and general education teachers about student progress and performance.
2. Implements behavior-analytic tasks as outlined by the supervising BCBA.
3. Assists the classroom/specialist teacher as needed.
4. Work on educational tasks with one or more students as designated by the teacher/BCBA.
5. Assists in the supervision of students during instructional activities and transitional periods.
6. Maintains confidentiality of student records and respects the confidential nature of the classroom and will refer to the classroom teacher if a problem arises.
7. Accepts work assignments with any student(s) in the classroom as designated by Administrator or BCBA.
8. Assists the teacher/staff in the setting and maintaining reasonable standards of behavior and performance.
9. Escorts children to and from transportation in a safe and responsible manner as directed by the supervising teacher/staff.
10. Assists the supervising teacher/staff in collecting data on student performance, goals and behavior.
11. Reports all student accidents and/or incidents to the supervising teacher/staff immediately or/ as soon as possible.
12. Completion of mandated reporting for behavioral incidents (time-outs, restraints, etc.).
13. Follows individual student safety plans, IEP’s, 504’s, health care plans, attend TEAM meetings when requested, etc.
14. Works with students in a variety of school/classroom settings (small group, classroom, recess, lunch, transitions, field trips, assemblies, specialists, etc.).
15. Ability to work independently and make good judgments “in the moment.”
16. Participates in regular professional development offered both in and out of the district as requested. (full-time ESPs)
17. Exposure to aggression and/or bodily fluids is an expected outcome of this position.
18. Will assist students with activities of daily living as needed (feeding, toileting, etc.).
19. Will serve as a Trainer for de escalation, crisis prevention and intervention and facilitate professional development sessions as needed for staff to remain compliant with requirements.
20. Performs such other duties or tasks and assumes such other responsibilities as maybe designated or assigned by immediate supervisors.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of those in this classification.

• Completion of an approved RBT/ABA program
• Active Certificate from Behavior Analyst Certification Board.
• Proven ability to work with children with a variety of abilities in a polite and friendly manner and relate to a variety of constituencies, including but not limited to: administrators, parents, teachers, students, other school staff and visitors.
• Possess strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated aptitude or competence for assigned responsibilities.
• Must be trained/trainable in and maintain a non-violent crisis intervention model.
• A proven ability to work in a polite and friendly manner with all staff member, students, and with the larger educational community.
• Such alternative to the above qualifications as the school department may find appropriate and acceptable.

SALARY:As listed in the Agreement between the Bourne School Committee and the Bourne Educators' Association

Position Type: Full-time

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Special Education > Behavior Specialist / EBD

Job Requirements

• The Bourne Public Schools is seeking engaging, energetic educators to join our team! We value diversity and welcome applications from educators who believe in our mission – “Together with staff, families, and the community, we empower all students to thrive within a culture of academic excellence in a creative and innovative environment where everyone is safe, respected, and valued.”

  BPS has four excellent schools organized by grade bands; (PK-1, 2-4, 5-7 and 8-12) and a student population of approximately 1,500. The town of Bourne is a small seaside community situated on both sides of the Cape Cod Canal. Educators enjoy living in and around the town or have an easy commute on major highways (I-195, I-495 or RT-3). Salary is regionally competitive.

  Discover why Canalmen are “Inspired to learn, empowered to explore, and prepared to act” by visiting our website at www.bourneps.org.

  The Bourne Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, sex, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin or gender identity.

• At least 4 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Associate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Kate Hartley
• 36 Sandwich Rd.
• Bourne, Massachusetts 02532
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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