Behavioral Technician
The Behavior Technician will assist other special education teachers with intensive behavior support services to elementary school age students. The behavior technician will work collaboratively with teachers and other support staff to implement behavior support plans for students that require consistent behavioral support during the school day. The BT may provide some instructional support to students as needed.
Behavioral Technicians will:
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Understand and apply the basic principles of ABA in classroom settings as directed.
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Assess student needs and provide interventions to redirect behavior
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Collect and submit data needed for Functional Behavioral Assessments and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP's) if requested.
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Implement Behavior Intervention Plans to affect behavior changes
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Model implementation of Behavior Intervention Plans for paraprofessionals and staff
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When required, provide physical intervention for students demonstrating unsafe behaviors
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Perform and document district approved crisis intervention methods.
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Attend department meetings with the BCBA and other classroom staff if required.
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Maintain consistency of Behavioral Intervention Plans by communicating and providing input to teachers and other support staff.
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May work 1:1 or with multiple students depending on classroom need.