BEHAVIOR INTERVENTION SPECIALIST

Salary: $27.20 - $33.18 Hourly
Location : Rowland Heights (Los Angeles County), CA
Job Type: Regular Part-time
Job Number: D-25/26-76
Department: Special Education
Opening Date: 06/18/2026
Closing Date: 7/14/2026 4:30 PM Pacific


ASSIGNMENT
POSITION

There are currently five (5) Behavior Intervention Specialist positions available, seven (7) hours per day, five (5) days per week, nine and a half (9.5) months a year. This position includes benefits. An eligibility list is being established to fill current and future vacancies and to hire substitutes for the next six months. Position details below:

LOCATION

HOURS/MONTHS

TENTATIVE HOURS

Special Education

7 Hrs/day, 9.5 Mo/Yr

8:00 AM - 3:30 PM

FILING PERIOD
Applications for this position will be accepted online only until July 14, 2026, 4:30 pm

*Applicants will be sent notifications via email only*

SUMMARY OF DUTIES
Under the direction of the Director of Special Education or designee, assists with functional behavior assessments and plans, and directs instructional and behavioral support services to students in the District with difficulties conforming to acceptable behavior patterns; assists in the development and implementation of programs, policies, and practices relative to the management of students' problematic behaviors, including children with Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Emotional Disturbance (ED); collaborates with education administrators, certificated, and classified staff to develop and implement Behavior Intervention Plans and provide one-on-one and/or group Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to designated students.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
The Behavior Intervention Specialist classification is distinguished by the advanced knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and provides training and support to school site personnel; one-on-one and/or group intensive behavioral intervention services. Their role is focused on aiding students with significant behavioral challenges. They utilize ABA principles to foster skill development, emotional management, and positive behavioral changes. Additionally, their responsibilities include analyzing Individual Education Programs (IEPs) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), managing severe behavioral instances, supporting students throughout the school day in various settings, and implementing ABA teaching strategies. The work of the Behavior Intervention Specialist is data-driven, involving the collection and analysis of behavioral data to refine intervention strategies.


The class of Behavior Intervention Specialist is distinguished from the class of Behavior Support Assistant in that the latter provides guidance services to assist students in improving their personal, social and other non-academic skills. They work with students facing challenges from physical or learning disabilities, emotional or behavioral issues, or difficult family backgrounds. The Behavior Support Assistant's approach is holistic, providing support not only to students, but also engaging with parents and school staff. They receive technical work direction from the psychologist, principal, certificated, and administrative staff.

Classified Salary Range: 21.5

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EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION : Graduation from high school or its equivalency is required. College-level course work in child development, psychology, behavior management or child education is desirable.


EXPERIENCE : Two years of experience implementing and/or creating individualized behavior services to school-aged students with various developmental disabilities, mental health diagnoses and/or severe behavior problems in a home-based, center-based, and/or educational/social services setting.


Equivalency Provision for Current RUSD Employees:
Current Rowland Unified School District employees may qualify for this position by being currently employed as an Instructional Assistant II for a minimum of three years or a Behavior Support Assistant for a minimum of two years.

Applicants must provide a copy of the following documents at the time of application:

• Proof of Education : HS diploma or equivalent, or copy of highest completed degree (AA/BA/MA) (Copy of diploma or transcripts on letterhead/watermarked paper) Required ; and
• A certificate of completion of a 40-hour Registered Behavior Technician training program as outlined by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board Required ; and
• A valid Basic/Standard First Aid Certificate Required ; and
• A valid and current CPR Certificate (Child and Adult) Required

Documents may also be emailed to Applications without the supporting documents will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified . Transcripts/Diplomas from foreign countries must be certified to meet the to be considered.
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS:

• Successful completion of a 40-hour Registered Behavior Technician training program as outlined by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board.
• A valid Class C, California Driver License, a good driving record and use of a private automobile is required and must be maintained during employment.
• A valid First Aid Certificate, comparable to the American Red Cross Standard First Aid Certificate and a Child and Adult Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certificate is required for all positions must be maintained during employment.
• Successful completion of up to 12 hours of Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) training is required during the probationary period and annual re-certification is required. Training will be provided at the district's expense.
• Successful completion of Tier I, Tier II, and Tier III of Positive Behavior Interventions and Support (PBIS) training is required during the probationary period and will be provided at the district's expense.

All licenses, training and certificates must be maintained and remain current during the course of employment.


WORK ENVIRONMENT: Employees in this classification work both inside and outside, may be exposed to airborne pathogens, blood or other bodily fluids and germs, drive a personal vehicle to conduct work, and have direct contact with students, District personnel, and the public, and in the absence of direct supervision.

HAZARDS : Exposure to aggressive behavior of students and emergency situations.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Employees in this classification need to have the strength to perform average lifting up to 50 pounds and occasionally restrain students in crises situations; good speaking and hearing abilities, ability to bend, stoop and reach; stamina to stand and walk for long periods of time; manual dexterity to handle controls and/or operate computers and educational technology equipment; use fingers repetitively, use both hands simultaneously, manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard; visual acuity to work on computer terminals, use a telephone, and operate a vehicle.

EXAMINATION

EXAMINATION - OPEN / PROMOTIONAL WITH DUAL CERTIFICATION
The examination may consist of the following:

• Job Related Written Exam
• Structured Interview Examination

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

REGISTERED BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN TRAINING FACT SHEET:
REGISTERED BEHAVIOR TECHNIICAN 40-HOUR TRAINING INFO:
Before you begin your RBT 40-Hour Training, verify that your training program:

• Meets all BACB requirements. The training-program overview should include the following statement: " This training program is based on the RBT Task List (2nd ed.) and is designed to meet the 40-hour training requirement for RBT certification. The program is offered independent of the BACB ."
• Is overseen by a qualified BCaBA, BCBA, or BCBA-D.
• Provides a BACB-accepted training certificate upon completion. You must submit this certificate during the application process.

We have provided some recommendations below, however, the candidate shall bear the responsibility of ensuring the course they select meets the above criteria.

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PROOF OF EDUCATION:
If you received your education outside of the United States, you MUST have your degree/transcripts evaluated by an approved agency transcript evaluation service that certifies that your degree meets the United States equivalent for it to be considered. For more information about organizations who offer this service, please access the following: RUSD will only accept evaluations from agencies listed within the document.

ADVANCED SALARY STEP PLACEMENT:
New employees are normally placed at Step A of the appropriate salary range for this classification. If the hiring authority requests advanced salary step placement to the Personnel Director, the new employee's eligibility will be determined in accordance with Personnel Commission Rule and Regulation 17.2.1. The Personnel Commission shall have final approval on any advanced salary step placement requests. Contact the Personnel Commission office for further information if you are hired. Advanced salary placement is only available to employees upon their initial hire.

APPOINTMENT:
Candidates who pass all hurdles of the testing process will be placed on an eligibility list in rank order based on final scores including any veteran's / seniority credit. The top three ranks of eligibles who are ready and willing to accept the position shall be referred to the hiring administrator for interview. The eligibility list will be established for six (6) months . All new employees are subject to passing a physical examination, tuberculosis test, background review and must provide satisfactory evidence of authorization to work in the United States. Employment start date is contingent upon fingerprinting and criminal background clearance.


In accordance with Education Code 45301, an employee appointed to this class must serve a probationary period of six (6) months or 130 working days of paid service, whichever is longer. No employee shall attain permanent status in the classified service until s/he has completed a probationary period in a class. An employee may be released at a time during the probationary period.

PROCESSING FEE:
New employees will be charged a processing fee (approximately $64) for the cost of fingerprinting. This fee must be paid at the time of processing appointment, with a MONEY ORDER ONLY, payable to RUSD.

VETERANS CREDIT:
For entry level classes, veterans with thirty (30) days or more of active service (during a time of war or national emergency) who obtain a passing score shall be allowed an additional credit of five (5) points and disabled veterans receive ten (10) additional points. Entry-level positions are defined as all positions within the classified service when the eligible is first employed by the District, except for positions designated management or senior management. Veterans must supply a copy of their Form DD214 along with their application to receive such credit. Veteran's credit can only be applied once, upon initial hire.
VACATION
Employees with one (1) to three (3) years of service earn vacation at the rate of one (1) day for each month in paid status for a maximum of 12 vacation days per year. The number of vacation days earned progressively increases as provided in the RUSD-CSEA Agreement, Appendix A. Part-time employees earn vacation benefits prorated on the average number of hours worked per day per month in their regular assignments.

HOLIDAYS
For twelve month employees, fifteen (15) paid holidays are earned each year and one (1) floating holiday per calendar year.

SICK LEAVE
One (1) day of sick leave is earned for each full month of service which may be accumulated from year to year. Employees who transfer from another California school district, including a county superintendent of schools office, who have accrued sick leave may transfer it to this District.

HEALTH INSURANCE
Employees whose regular work assignment is thirty (30) hours or more per week are eligible to participate in the District's insurance program which consists of medical, dental, vision, life insurance and income protection.


The District provides eligible employees major medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.


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EDUCATIONAL STIPEND
Beginning the 2022-23 school year, all permanent employees who have an earned Bachelor's or Master's degree beyond the requirements for their position are eligible for a stipend.


Once a transcript is submitted and verified by the Human Resources division, unit members will be eligible for one stipend based on the highest degree earned. Stipend amounts will be divided into 10 monthly payments, September - June. The stipend amount will be prorated for any midyear degrees conferred in the month the transcript was submitted to and verified by the Human resources Department.

• Bachelor's degree are eligible for an annual $500 stipend.
• Bachelor's and Master's degree are eligible for an annual $1000 stipend

RETIREMENT
Employees who work 20 hours or more per week will be enrolled in the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS).

• PEPRA Member - Enrolled in CalPERS after December 31, 2012. (Your first time being enrolled in CalPERS)
• Classic Member - Enrolled in CalPERS prior to January 1, 2013

You can see an overview of how to plan for your service retirement by clicking


ADVANCED SALARY STEP PLACEMENT :
New employees are normally placed at Step A of the appropriate salary range for this classification. If the hiring authority recommends advanced salary step placement to the Personnel Director, then the new employee's eligibility will be determined in accordance with Personnel Commission Rule and Regulation 17.2.1. The Personnel Commission shall have final approval on any initial salary step placement recommendations. Contact the Personnel Commission office for further information if you are hired.
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These supplemental questions are part of the selection process and are considered part of your application. These questions give you the opportunity to fully explain your background and qualifications as they pertain to this position. Your answers to the following Supplemental Questions are required for your application to be considered complete. Please note: if you do not have experience in a given area, type "none." Please do not write "please refer to my resume/application" as these answers will be considered incomplete and you will not be given any credit. *Experience referenced in the supplemental questions MUST be reflected in your application. INSTRUCTIONS Read the following questions and type your responses as thoroughly and accurately as possible. You may find it useful to type your responses in a Word document and copy and paste them below. Please note that falsifying information on this application may be grounds for dismissal if you are hired. I have read and understand this statement.

• Yes
• No

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Please identify your highest level of education. You must attach proof of education to your application in order for the application to be considered complete.

• No high school diploma
• High school or equivalent (e.g. GED)
• Some college coursework
• Associate's degree
• Bachelor's degree or higher

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The experience requirement for this position are:Two years of experience implementing and/or creating individualized behavior services to school-aged students with various developmental disabilities, mental health diagnoses and/or severe behavior problems in a home-based, center-based, and/or educational/social services settingORBe currently employed at Rowland USD as a BSA for a minimum of 2 years or IA II for a minimum of 3 years. Please briefly describe you meet this requirement. Please list your employer(s), the titles of your position(s), the dates of employment for each job in which you gained this experience, and a description of the duties and projects you completed. **DO NOT write SEE RESUME.** Information listed below MUST be included in the work history section of your application to be considered. If you do not have any related experience, type N/A.
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Do you possess a certificate of completion of a 40-hour Registered Behavior Technician training program as outlined by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board?(Required for the application to be considered complete. Please upload to your application)

• Yes
• No

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Do you possess a current and valid First Aid Card comparable to the American Red Cross Standard First Aid Certificate?(Required for the application to be considered complete. Please upload to your application)

• Yes
• No

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Do you possess a current and valid Child AND Adult Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certificate (CPR)?(Required for the application to be considered complete. Please upload to your application)

• Yes
• No

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I have uploaded my proof of education (transcript on letterhead OR diploma). (Required for the application to be considered complete. Please upload to your application)

• Yes
• No

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CONVICTION DISCLOSURE REMINDER I understand that I must disclose reportable criminal convictions and that failure to do so, regardless of expungements, will be cause for any conditional offer of employment to be rescinded due to a failure to disclose.All District staff undergo criminal background checks via the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), regardless of how long ago it was, IT WILL SHOW UP. Please return to the QUESTIONS section if you need to update your application BEFORE submitting your application.I have read and understand the statements above.

• Yes
• No

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"I certify that I have answered the supplemental questions accurately and truthfully."

• Yes
• No

Required Question