Registered Behavioral Technician

• Location:
  Hiawatha Collegiate High School
  (High-Needs School)

Reports To:

Building Principal

FLSA Status:

Exempt

School Classification:

Certified Staff Onsite

Starting Pay Range:

$44,683 - $80,456

Hiawatha Academies is a network of college-preparatory schools focused on closing the opportunity gap in Minneapolis. We seek to create a K-12 school experience for scholars that empowers them with knowledge, character, and leadership skills. At Hiawatha Academies, we are committed to making our city and our world a more inclusive, equitable, and just place.

Our equity vision:

to honor the humanity of all people, we actively disrupt systemic inequity in pursuit of an equitable world. Hiawatha Academies permanently disrupts educational inequity by ensuring a great school for every child.

Role Description:

The Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) provides direct behavioral support to students by implementing individualized behavior intervention plans under the supervision of a qualified behavior analyst or other appropriately licensed professional. This position supports students' academic engagement, social-emotional development, communication, and daily functioning while promoting a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment.

The RBT collaborates with teachers, special education staff, school administrators, and other service providers to maintain continuity of student support. The RBT is also responsible for communicating anticipated absences, leave-related scheduling needs, and changes in student support requirements to supervising managers or principals as soon as dates are known, allowing the school to begin substitute or coverage planning promptly.

Responsibilities:

• Implement individualized behavior intervention plans and strategies under appropriate supervision.
• Provide direct behavioral support to students in classroom and other school settings.
• Support the development of communication, social, adaptive, and self-regulation skills.
• Monitor, document, and report student behaviors and progress accurately.
• Collaborate with teachers, special education staff, administrators, and families as appropriate.
• Communicate anticipated leave dates and scheduling changes to the supervising manager or principal immediately upon confirmation.
• Coordinate with school leadership to support timely substitute planning and continuity of student services during planned absences.
• Promptly communicate unexpected absences or changes that may affect student supervision or behavioral support.
• Maintain accurate, confidential student and employee-related information in accordance with school policies and applicable laws.
• Follow school safety procedures, professional standards, and applicable requirements for behavioral services.
• Participate in supervision, training, team meetings, and professional development as required.

Records, Data, and Systems:

• Maintain accurate and confidential student behavioral records, service documentation, and progress-monitoring data in designated systems.

Network-Level Responsibilities:

• Communicate leave dates and scheduling changes to the supervising manager or principal as soon as they are known.
• Support timely substitute and coverage planning to minimize disruptions to student services.
• Maintain consistent communication with school leadership regarding student support needs and staffing considerations.
• Demonstrate professionalism, reliability, and a commitment to student success.

Hiawatha Employment Logistics:

• The Registered Behavioral Technician is a member of the Network Support Team
• This is an onsite role, and presence at Hiawatha campuses is required; candidates must provide their own transportation.

Skills & Qualifications:

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB), if required for the position.
• Experience working with children in a school, special education, behavioral health, or related setting preferred.
• Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to follow individualized behavior plans and work effectively under supervision.
• Commitment to student safety, confidentiality, and inclusive educational practices.

Preferred:

• Experience evaluating special education and instructional programs
• Bilingual or multilingual (Spanish and/or Somali preferred)
• Master's degree in a relevant field

Compensation:

Salary for this position is competitive and based on prior experience. Hiawatha offers a collaborative and committed team of colleagues, and a comprehensive benefits plan including medical, dental, life, and retirement.

Anti-Discrimination Policy and Commitment to Diversity:

We believe that diversity is strength, and we are committed to maintaining an inclusive, multicultural network. We are an equal-opportunity employer and welcome all qualified applicants.