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Teacher Assistant/ Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
Full-Time & Part-Time Positions Available
Clinic-Based | Guaranteed Hours | Paid Training
Are you passionate about working with children and making a meaningful difference every day? Knoxville Center for Autism (KCA) is hiring Registered Behavior Technicians to join our supportive, collaborative clinical team.
In this role, you’ll work one-on-one with young children, helping them build communication, social, and daily living skills through evidence-based ABA therapy. You won’t do this alone — all of our BCBAs are onsite daily, providing direct, in-person support to RBTs. There are no tele-health supervision sessions — you’ll always have access to your BCBA in the clinic for real-time feedback, guidance, and collaboration.
Why You’ll Love Working at KCA
- Guaranteed hours (no cancelled sessions cutting into your paycheck)
- Clinic-based ONLY — no in-home sessions
- 100% onsite BCBA support — no telehealth supervision
- Consistent schedule: Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm (Fridays end at 4pm!)
- Paid on-the-job training (40-hour coursework required prior to starting)
- Hands-on supervision and ongoing coaching from in-house BCBAs
- Locally owned and operated with 16 years of service to Knoxville
- A team-oriented culture that values collaboration, growth, and quality care
About Knoxville Center for Autism
KCA has proudly provided early intervention ABA therapy to the Knoxville community for over 16 years. We serve children ages 2–10 with Autism Spectrum Disorder through comprehensive, clinic-based programming focused on meaningful, long-term outcomes for children and families.
Our clinicians work side-by-side every day — BCBAs, RBTs, and leadership are all onsite, fostering strong communication, mentorship, and consistent support.
What You’ll Do
- Provide 1:1 ABA therapy using Verbal Behavior (VB) principles
- Implement individualized treatment plans and behavior protocols
- Collect accurate session data
- Communicate daily with parents/caregivers
- Collaborate with supervisors and team members
- Attend weekly staff meetings
- Receive and apply constructive feedback to grow professionally
Who Thrives in This Role
- Enjoys working hands-on with young children
- Patient, energetic, and enthusiastic
- Appreciates immediate access to BCBA support and guidance
- Open to learning and growing within the ABA field
- Values teamwork, structure, and consistency
- Interested in child development, psychology, education, or therapy-related fields
Benefits
- Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
- PTO Sick Days
- Paid Holidays
- Tuition discounts
- RBT supervision with onsite BCBA supervision
- RBT renewal reimbursement
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent (some college preferred)
- Experience working with children in any setting
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to engage in active play, get on the floor, and lift up to 50 lbs
- Ability to move quickly and respond to children’s needs
- Reliable transportation
- Ability to pass background check and drug screening
Ready to Apply?
Submit your resume today! Our Human Resource team will reach out within 24 business hours.
KCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.