Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)

Registered Behavior Technician

30-35 hours weekly, 10 month position, $26.00 / hour

Position Summary: Brooklyn Public Schools is looking for a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) to work in our specialized special education programs at both the elementary and middle school. The RBT will provide direct behavioral and instructional support to students by implementing evidence-based interventions under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). This position supports students' academic, behavioral, and social-emotional success through the implementation of Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), behaviorally based instructional strategies, and positive behavior supports. The RBT collects and maintains accurate behavioral and academic data, assists with student assessments, monitors treatment fidelity, and collaborates with educators and clinical staff to ensure consistent implementation of interventions. The RBT also serves as a resource to school staff by modeling effective behavioral strategies and providing support during instructional activities and crisis situations to promote safe, positive, and successful learning environments. Possession of a current Registered Behavior Technician certification is preferred, but we are willing to assist the ideal candidate in achieving certification.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Support students behaviorally and instructionally in general and special education environments.
• Implement individualized Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), skill acquisition programs, and protocols from the supervising BCBA.
• Use evidence-based ABA strategies to increase replacement behaviors and decrease interfering behaviors.
• Collect and maintain accurate daily data on behaviors, student progress, treatment fidelity, and IEP goals.
• Run preference assessments and assist the BCBA with behavioral and skill assessments.
• Complete treatment fidelity checklists to ensure consistent, high integrity interventions.
• Collaborate with BCBA, teachers, and paraeducators for effective behavioral support.
• Model interventions and assist with classroom staff training.
• Promote generalization of social, emotional, communication, and functional skills across school settings.
• Support students during activities, transitions, and routines to maximize engagement.
• May be required to implement district-approved crisis prevention, de-escalation, and physical intervention techniques, using the Safety Care approach to ensure student safety.
• Ensure crisis prevention and de-escalation training in Safety Care is consistently maintained.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow all ethical guidelines, district policies, and professional standards.

Qualifications:

• A high school diploma or equivalent
• Current Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification preferred.
• Experience implementing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) principles in a school setting.
• Experience working with children with behavioral challenges.