Registered Behavior Technician - Special Education Support Assistant (F/T)

Salem School District; Salem (NH); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a compassionate Registered Behavior Technician to support preschool students with disabilities. This role involves implementing behavior plans, collaborating with educators and specialists, and providing critical support to enhance students' learning experiences. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, current RBT certification, and a passion for working with children. This part-time position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young learners while developing skills in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; RBT Certification needed.
• Experience working with children with disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support preschool students with behavioral and therapeutic needs.
• Work individually or in groups as directed by supervisors.

Skills

Current RBT Certification

Experience with children with disabilities

Ability to lift 30 pounds

Education

High school graduate

College experience (preferred)

Job description

Registered Behavior Technician - Special Education Support Assistant (F/T)

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Qualifications:

• High school graduate
• Current RBT Certification or ability to be recertified in a timely manner
• Preferably college experience
• Experience working with children with disabilities (preferably students with Social/Emotional needs)
• Must be able to lift 30 pounds

Reports to: Teacher(s) assigned

Confers with: Teacher(s), Specialists, and Building Administrator

Job goal: To support preschool students by implementing student behavior plans and supporting student needs and programming as directed.

Performance Responsibilities:

• Support preschool students with additional support from the special educators, specialists, and BCBA.
• Work with students individually, in small groups, or in large groups as necessary and as prescribed by the immediate supervisor.
• This position involves working specifically with preschool-aged students with disabilities, requiring various behavioral and therapeutic supports throughout the school day.
• Demonstrate continuous sensitivity to the needs of children to whom they are assigned.
• Maintain competency and skills through available training offerings.
• Obtain and maintain CPI (Non Violent Crisis Prevention Intervention) certification as expected of RBTs.
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.

Terms of employment: To be established by the school board by August 20th.

2025-2026 Hourly Salary: Starting at $21.81/hour with current RBT certification.

Hours per day: 6.5

School year: 183 days/year

Evaluation: Performance will be evaluated at least annually by the building administrator and immediate supervisor(s).

Additional details:

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Part-time
• Job function: Other
• Industries: Education Administration Programs