SpEd Registered Behavior Technician

Academy School District 20; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Benefits

Job summary

Academy District 20 seeks a SpEd Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) to provide consultation or direct service focused on social, emotional, and behavioral needs of students. Under BCBA supervision, you will conduct functional assessments, collect data, and implement ABA-based interventions to support academic and social growth.

The role emphasizes collaboration with district staff and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; RBT certification preferred.
• Experience with students with disabilities and knowledge of ABA principles.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills; ability to handle confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Reports for work as scheduled and performs duties as assigned.
• Assists teams in conducting functional behavioral assessments; monitors progress and uses data to drive outcomes.
• Records data for behavioral training protocols and summarizes observable behavior.
• Communicates with school staff under BCBA direction.
• Develops and supports behavior intervention plans and ABA-based strategies.
• Provides resources and materials for staff using evidence-based ABA methods.

Skills

Experience with disabilities PK-21

Knowledge of special education

ABA knowledge

Strong communication skills

Collaboration and problem-solving

Student-centered approach

Confidentiality

Follow oral and written instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)

Job description

Location

EAC (Education and Administration Center)

Recruiting Start Date

08/06/2026

Estimated Start Date

08/13/2026

Job Description

SpEd Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) provides consultation or direct service in the areas of social, emotional, and behavioral functioning to meet the individual needs of students in order to improve both academic achievement and social competence.

The following statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and other key duties that may be required. The description may not include all functions performed by the incumbents in various locations. The district reserves the right to modify or change the duties or the essential functions of this job at any time.

• Reports consistently for work as scheduled
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Attains proficient or higher evaluations on established Performance Standards
• Assists teams in conducting functional behavioral assessments for individual students in accordance with Federal and State laws and regulations; monitors and tracks progress to ensure positive outcomes for students
• Follows and records data for behavioral training protocols, collects, records, and summarizes data on observable student behavior
• Communicates effectively with school staff regarding progress as instructed by the Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
• Assists in providing professional development/training to all district staff
• Creates and assists district staff with the development and implementation of behavior intervention plans and other appropriate programs for students who present behavior/learning challenges; serves as a resource for information regarding behavior strategies and techniques
• Designs, develops, and implements behavioral supports and services rooted in ABA methodology for district staff and students
• Assists in developing materials and providing resources for district staff using evidence-based methodologies, such as Applied Behavior Analysis, related to addressing the needs of students
• Provides support in classrooms modeling behavioral supports and interventions to school staff and students under the direction of the BCBA

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Experience working with children with disabilities PK-21 preferred
• Knowledge of special education, other educational programming and associated legal requirements as related to the needs of the students
• Working knowledge of behavior theory and child development
• Experience implementing the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis
• Strong communication skills
• Excellent collaborative and problem-solving skills
• Student centered and relationship focused
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a staff member typically encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive.

• The noise level in the work environment may alternate among quiet, moderate, and loud.
• The incumbent is frequently required to interact in person and through communication methods with the students, public, and/or other staff.
• The incumbent is required to work normal school/work hours and/or days.
• The incumbent may be required to work extended school/work hours and/or days as directed.

Physical Demands

The following are some of the physical demands commonly associated with this position. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive. All physical demands, if listed, are considered essential functions.

• Sits, stands, walks, stoops, kneels, and crouches/squats while performing duties
• Has oral and auditory capacity enabling interaction interpersonally and/or through communication devices
• Uses eyes, hands, and finger coordination enabling the use of equipment and writing utensils

Cognitive Functions

The following are some of the cognitive functions commonly associated with this position. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive. The staff member may be required to analyze, communicate, compare, compile, compute, coordinate, copy, evaluate, instruct, negotiate, synthesize, and use interpersonal skills.

Required Qualifications

High school graduate -high school diploma or equivalent, Registered Behavior Technician - Behavior Analyst Certification Board

Compensation Range

$25.06-26.31

Scheduled Weekly Hours

37.5

Hours Per Day

7.5 hour(s) per day

Number Of Days Per Year

182 Days M-F

Benefits Eligibility

Full-time - Regular

For more information on our benefits, please visit Employee Benefits | Academy District 20 (asd20.org).

FLSA Status

United States of America (Non-Exempt)