Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) - Paraeducator for 2025-2026 School Year

Paraeducator Position

Fulltime position working with students with special needs in a variety of settings.

Purpose: Provide direct support to students with behavioral needs by implementing behavior intervention plans and skill development strategies under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) or qualified supervisor. This position functions as a paraeducator and supports the instructional and behavioral needs of students with IEPs. This is a non-exempt position according to the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Responsible to: BCBA- Building Administrator- Director of Special Education

Payment Rate: Salary and benefits to be established by the Board of Education. See the Classified Handbook for the current wage schedule.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current certification as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)- or ability to obtain within 90 days of employment.
• Health and Inoculation Certificate on file in the Central Office (after employment offer is made).
• 48 College Credits and/or
• Associate's Degree and/or
• Pass Kansas State Board of Education approved assessment with passing scores
• Selected by District Administration
• Ability to work independently without supervision
• Desire to continue career improvement by enhancing skills and job performance
• Must work in noisy and crowded environments- with numerous interruptions

General Functions:

• Assist the classroom teacher- BCBA- and/or other t in the implementation of student IEPs and behavior intervention plans (BIPs).
• Maintain confidentiality regarding all aspects of student and school-related issues.
• Complete staff development hours each school year as required by the Kansas Department of Education for continued employment.
• Communicate and work effectively and cooperatively with members of the school district and community.
• React to change and frequent interruptions in a productive and positive manner- and handle other tasks as assigned.
• Work to implement the vision and mission of the District.
• Requires prolonged sitting or standing and use of office equipment.
• Requires some stooping- bending and reaching.
• Requires physical exertion to manually move- lift- carry- pull or push heavy objects or material.
• Requires lifting or assisting in transferring students who have physical impairments or are wheelchair bound. Weight of 50 pounds or more- depending upon the age of the student.
• Regular attendance is required of all employees- subject to allowed leave in accordance with district policy or negotiated agreement- as appropriate. Excessive absences or tardiness- unauthorized leave or unexcused absences may result in disciplinary action including termination of employment.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Implement behavior intervention plans and support behavior goals as designed by the BCBA or special education team.
• Collect data on student behavior and skill acquisition and submit it according to team expectations.
• Support students in general education and special education settings to promote access to curriculum and behavioral success.
• Provide direct one-on-one or small group behavioral support.
• Assist with the supervision and education of students as requested by the teacher- BCBA- and related service providers.
• Support the implementation of social-emotional or behavioral programming.
• Maintain accurate schedules and documentation of student data collection.
• Establish positive relationships with students for classroom success.
• Assist in the preparation and modification of instructional materials as needed.
• Perform self-care or other tasks for students who have physical or cognitive limitations.
• Monitor and supervise students in all settings- including classroom- hallway- lunchroom- playground- and during transportation.
• Provide objective feedback to the teacher and BCBA on student progress.
• Observe and follow all school district policies at all times.
• Respond to information requests in a cooperative- courteous- and timely manner.
• Keep student and personnel records confidential.
• Implement and follow all District health and safety policies- including all precautions of the Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Control Plan.
• Take instruction from supervisors or persons of authority.
• Perform other tasks as may be assigned by the building administrator or supervising staff.

Terms of Employment: Ten-Month Employee- At-Will

Evaluation: Performance of this position will be evaluated by the supervising Teacher and Building Principal according to USD 409 Board of Education policies and Kansas Statutes.

Open until filled.