Registered Behavior Technician (various JOB IDs) - Open

Register Behavior Technician

The San Diego County Office of Education is recruiting for a Register Behavior Technician.

Under general supervision, and within the scope of practice of, a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), provides advanced behavioral intervention and instructional support to special education students with emotional, behavioral, and mental health needs. Assists with the implementation of Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) and positive behavior support strategies; provides behavior-focused academic and social-emotional support under the direction of certificated staff; conducts structured behavioral data collection and progress monitoring; supports staff with behavior intervention techniques; and performs related duties as assigned. Incumbents function within the scope of practice defined for Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) and provide services under the direction and ongoing supervision of certificated staff or qualified behavior specialists. Incumbents do not independently design behavior intervention plans, diagnose conditions, or determine treatment protocols.

The current assignment is located in Bonita, CA as part of the South County SELPA of the Student Services and Programs division within SDCOE.

Please note that while this current assignment is for the location listed, employees of SDCOE may be administratively reassigned to other locations based on organizational needs.

This role requires the specific qualifications and experience noted below:

NO CHILD LEFT BEHIND ACT (NCLB) REQUIREMENT:

In order to satisfy the paraprofessional requirements of the ESSA Act, applicants must meet one of the following requirements:

• Completed at least two (2) years of study at an institution of higher education
• Obtained an associate's (or higher) degree
• Met a rigorous standard of quality and can demonstrate through a formal State or local academic assessment, knowledge of, and the ability to assist in instructing, reading (or readiness), writing (or readiness), and mathematics (or readiness)

Certificates and Licenses:

• Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Certification (required)
• Valid CPR and First Aid Certification
• Certified in crisis prevention and nonviolent intervention (CPI) within three (3) months of hire

To be considered for this position, you must individually attach the following items to your completed EDJOIN Application:

• Resume, detailing education and experience as it relates to this position
• A copy of Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Certification (required)
• A copy of valid CPR and First Aid Certification
• Copies of transcripts
• Copies of any other certifications

Type of examination(s) for this classification: Applications will be reviewed, and candidates whose qualifications most closely match the classification requirements will be invited to participate in a competitive examination process. The examination process may consist of one or more of the following examination components: a multiple-choice examination, an oral examination, a written examination, a practical demonstration, a performance examination, and/or a technical evaluation of the application.

Eligibility List / Future Vacancies Notice: This recruitment is being conducted to establish an eligibility list for anticipated future vacancies. At this time, there is no current opening for this position. Candidates who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on an eligibility list that may be used to fill positions as they become available during the life of the list (6-months). Placement on the eligibility list does not guarantee employment.

For inquiries regarding this position, please reach out to the Human Resources contact listed on this posting. To maintain a fair and consistent process, please do not reach out to the hiring department or its staff.

Join our amazing team! The San Diego County Office of Education is a collaborative organization that works toward a future without boundaries for our students. We are passionate about equity for students and employees, support innovative learning, offer great employee benefits, and professional growth opportunities!

Please note that your completed online application must include all the required supplemental documentation. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Employment with SDCOE is contingent upon the successful completion of a post-offer background check and physical exam, which includes a drug screening.

Diversity Statement: Because each person is born with inherent worth and dignity, and because equitable access and opportunity are essential to a just, educated society, SDCOE employee commitments include being respectful of differences and diverse perspectives, as well as being accountable for their actions and their impact.

The San Diego County Office of Education is an equal opportunity employer.

Application Deadline: 6/15/2026 3:00 PM Pacific

Date Posted: 4/1/2026

Contact: Classified Recruitment

Number of Openings: 1

Pay Range: $24.52 - $31.30 Per Hour

Classified Support Grade 40

Length of Work Year: 12 months, 185 workdays plus up to 16 paid holidays, 6.25 hours per day, 5 days a week

Employment Type: Part Time

Location: 4300 Allen School Lane, Bonita, CA 91902

Employee Benefits: This position is part-time and will offer the classified benefits package, which includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage, and will participate in the CalPERS state retirement system.