| Instructional Assistant - Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) |
| GENERAL INFORMATION |
| Title: Instructional Assistant - Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) |
Department: Student Services
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Salary Grade: Classified Schedule
FLSA Status: Non-exempt |
| Site/Location: Linkorne Middle School |
Reports to: Principal |
Date: 06/22/2026 |
| POSITION SUMMARY |
- The Registered Behavior Technician (RBT®) is a paraprofessional who practices under the ongoing supervision of the building administrator and an LCS Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). The RBT is primarily responsible for directly implementing student-specific behavior management/support services.
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| ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS |
- Implement student-specific behavior management/support plans under the supervision of the BCBA, Principal, and in consultation with the Behavior Coach.
- Assist classroom teachers in gathering data specific to the student-specific goals for assigned students. \
- Implement programming to increase student academic stamina and deliver pre-determined reinforcement while the student completes classroom tasks.
- Assist assigned students with self-regulation during large and small group activities.
- Implement strategies to build student SEL competencies while participating in instruction.
- Provide daily updates on assigned students’ progress toward mastery of behavioral goals.
- Provide behavior-specific redirection to assigned students when the behavior affects the student’s learning or the learning of others.
- Supervise assigned students during unstructured time such as lunch and recess. These assignments will differ from general IA lunch and recess duties as they are student specific for behavior programming purposes.
- The RBT will work closely with and under the guidance of the behavior coach (when the positions are in the same physical location) in order to implement unified, comprehensive, and systematic behavior programming.
- Perform related work as required
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| LYNCHBURG CITY SCHOOLS COMPETENCIES |
Personal Competencies
- Honesty
- Integrity
- Ethical
- Equity Minded
- Emotional Intelligence
- Cultural Competence
- Safety
- Quality
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Leadership Competencies
- Models Excellent Customer Service
- Thinks Strategically
- Shows Initiative
- Acts Decisively
- Communicates Effectively
- Works Collaboratively
- Resolves Conflict Proactively
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Functional Competencies
- Technical Capabilities
- Computer Literacy
- Data Analysis and Management
- Fiscal Planning and Management
- Project Management
- Strategic Planning
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| EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE |
- High School Diploma or GED. Minimum of sixty (60) credit hours from an accredited post-secondary institution or career technical facility; or an Associate’s Degree; or successfully completed the ParaPro assessment.The successful applicant must agree to complete 40 hours of RBT Online training within 1 month of employment. The applicant will need to pass the RBT certification exam to become certified after hire. Successful completion of the RBT training certificate is required for ongoing employment as an RBT.
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| KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES |
- Ability to adhere to the Behavior Analyst Certification Board Code of Ethics.
- Ability to conduct telephone-based or in-person interviews, data collection, and data entry.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, including active listening, empathy, and relationship building.
- Ability to interact in a non-judgmental manner with culturally diverse populations and persons experiencing a wide range of social conditions.
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and the ability to use sound judgment in responding to client issues and concerns.
- Ability to adapt to changing environments and receive constructive feedback.
- Knowledge of and experience with the Lynchburg City Schools organization, policies, and practices (preferred).
- Ability to use discretion, maintain confidentiality, and ethical conduct.
- Ability to work effectively with all levels of staff, establishing and maintaining collaborative professional relationships.
- Strong time management skills (organization, prioritization, multitasking).
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Proficiency with use of computers (desktop, laptop, tablet).
- Proficiency with use of mobile devices (smartphones, mobile apps).
- Solid knowledge and understanding of Microsoft Office and Google Drive, and ability to learn new technical programs/practices as needed.
- Solid knowledge and understanding of equitable practices that create a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for LCS staff, students, and community members.
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| SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY |
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| TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS |
- Reliable transportation, is necessary
- Travel within the City of Lynchburg as needed
- Minimal travel outside of the City of Lynchburg as needed
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| WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS |
| The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to frequently stand; sit; walk; talk or hear; use hands to finger, handle, type, or feel; and stoop, kneel, or crouch. |
| OTHER DUTIES |
| Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. |
| AAP/EEO STATEMENT |
| LCS is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. |
| SALARY: |
Please refer to LCS Employee Pay Scales found here: https://www.lcsedu.net/departments/personnel/employee-pay-scales. |
| DAYS: |
190 |
| START DATE: |
2026-2027 |
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