Registered Behavior Technician RBT (436B)

Cobb County School District; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a Registered Behavior Technician to join their Special Education team. This role focuses on supporting teachers and students with challenging behaviors, utilizing Applied Behavior Analysis techniques to foster positive student outcomes. You will be instrumental in developing intervention plans, providing direct instruction, and collaborating with families and staff. If you're passionate about making a difference in students' lives and have a strong foundation in behavior analysis, this opportunity offers a rewarding path to contribute to student success in a dynamic educational environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or two years of college required.
• Registered Behavior Technician Certificate or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers and work directly with students displaying disruptive behaviors.
• Implement behavior strategies and collect data on student performance.
• Consult with teachers on behavior intervention plans.

Skills

Applied Behavior Analysis

Communication Skills

Data Collection and Evaluation

Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)

Crisis Intervention Strategies

Education

Associate Degree

GACE/PRAXIS Paraprofessional Assessment

Job description

Registered Behavior Technician RBT (436B)

Special Student Services

Classified - Position - Other - Other

Job Number 2400130623

Start Date 07/25/2025

Open Date 05/05/2025

Closing Date 06/01/2025

JOB CODE: 436B

DIVISION: Academic, Support and Specialized Services

SALARY SCHEDULE: Occupational & Physical Therapist

DEPARTMENT: Special Education

WORK DAYS: 188

PAY GRADE: N0TA

FLSA: Exempt

PAY FREQUENCY: Monthly

PRIMARY FUNCTION: Support teachers of students and work directly with those students displaying maladaptive, dangerous and disruptive behaviors in the classroom. Serve as a member of the intensive support team in the development of positive intervention plans to improve student performance.

REVISION DATE(S): 3/24

REQUIREMENTS:

1.

Educational Level: Associate degree, two years of college or a passing score on the GACE/PRAXIS Paraprofessional Assessment Test Required

2.

Certification/License Required: Registered Behavior Technician Certificate or willingness to obtain and maintain RBT certification

3.

Experience: Minimum 1 year experience preferred with students with significant disruptive behaviors and/or students with Autism/Emotional Behavioral Disorders

4.

Physical Activities: Routine physical activities that are required to fulfill job responsibilities; ability to lift a student up to a weight of 60 pounds without assistance, ability to perform a two-person lift for students over 60 pounds

5.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Written and oral communication; understanding of applied behavior analysis methodologies; assessment and treatment of severe behavior; implementation of behavior intervention plans

The Board of Education and the Superintendent may accept alternatives to some of the above requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

1.

Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance.

2.

Utilize Applied Behavior Analysis to implement protocols with fidelity.

3.

Provide direct instruction of behavior strategies to students, including positive reinforcement and differential reinforcement within the classroom.

4.

Collect and evaluate data using direct and indirect methods.

5.

Provide teacher consultation and support on BIPs and FBAs.

6.

Assess and monitor the generalization of treatments across settings and staff members.

7.

Pursue professional development in Applied Behavior Analysis, assessments, and treatment of severe behaviors.

8.

Generate and share objective session notes with implicit description of behaviors and strategies.

9.

Participate in meetings with families and schools as needed.

10.

Assist in the development of crisis intervention plans as appropriate.

11.

Implement Applied Behavior Analysis as directed by Board Certified Behavior Analyst.

12.

Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator.