School-Based Behavior Technician

Cortica; Escondido (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Cortica is seeking a dedicated School Behavior Technician to provide 1:1 behavior support to students with autism in school settings. You’ll collaborate with educators and the clinical team to implement ABA strategies within educational environments.

The role follows a Monday–Friday schedule from 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, with a minimum of 4 paid hours per day when assigned. A BCAT or RBT credential and ability to obtain safety training within 30 days are required, with travel between locations as

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Active BCAT or RBT credential is preferred/required.
• Ability to obtain safety training within 30 days of employment.
• Reliable transportation and ability to travel between work locations.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct implementation of 1:1 and small group behavior analytic services in schools.
• Implement BIPs and skill acquisition programs aligned with IEP and school goals.
• Collaborate with school teams to integrate behavioral strategies into daily routines.
• Support student development in communication, social skills, self-regulation and self-care as appropriate.
• Use a strengths-based treatment approach developed with the educational team.
• Collect data on student progress and behaviors during sessions and complete timely documentation.
• Follow school safety and crisis protocols, including de-escalation and mandated reporting.

Skills

Strong communication and collaboration

Data collection and documentation

Behavior support strategies

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Cortica is seeking a dedicated and compassionate School Behavior Technician (SBT) to provide 1:1 behavior support to students with autism and other neurodevelopmental differences in school settings. You’ll work closely with educators, caregivers, and Cortica’s clinical team to help students succeed across their school day. As part of this mission, we proudly partner with local schools to provide ABA therapy in educational settings. This extension of our care reflects our commitment to supporting children not only in clinics and homes, but also in the environments where they learn and grow.

Schedule & Availability
This position follows a consistent Monday-Friday schedule, with required availability from 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM. While actual working hours vary based on student needs, you’ll receive a minimum of 4 hours of paid work per day when you remain available and accept assignments.

At times when you are not yet assigned to a designated client, you may follow an administrative schedule from 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM. During this window, you’ll stay engaged with administrative tasks from home and be ready to step into a school session if one becomes available. This role follows the school’s academic calendar and includes unpaid breaks during periods such as Winter Break, Spring Break, and Summer. During the school year, you’ll play a vital role in supporting student success within their educational environments.

What will you do?

• Provide direct implementation of holistic, neurodiversity-affirming behavior analytic services to students in one-on-one and group settings within schools.
• Implement individualized behavior intervention plans (BIPs) and skill acquisition programs, aligning with the student’s IEP and school goals.
• Work closely with school teams to integrate behavioral strategies into the daily classroom routine and support students’ engagement and learning.
• Support student development in communication, social skills, self-regulation, and self-care (e.g., toileting, hygiene, dressing) as appropriate to the school context.
• Utilize a strengths-based treatment approach developed in collaboration with the educational team.
• Collect data consistently on student progress and behaviors during each session and complete timely documentation, including session notes and incident reports.
• Implement proactive behavior support strategies and follow school safety and crisis protocols, including de-escalation and mandated reporting procedures.

We’d love to hear from you if:

• You hold a high school diploma or equivalent.
• You currently have an active, Board Certified Autism Technician (BCAT) or Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) credential
• You can obtain assigned safety training certification within 30 days of employment
• You can maintain reliable transportation and must be able to travel between work locations.

The base pay range for this opening is $20.57 to $27.60. According to your relevant experience, education level, and location, you will receive compensation that fits appropriately within the range.

EOE. This posting is not meant to be an exhaustive list of the role and its duties. Please review the job description in the following link: https://tinyurl.com/w6atf8dt