What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Behavior Technician [ESP3609] position at Special Education?
Title: Staff Assistant XI
Classification Title: Special Education Behavior Technician
Calendar: A1, 178 Days
ESP Salary Schedule: Range 120 Step 1
Hours: 5.5/Day 27.5/Week
Location: Education Service Center
2026 -2027 School Year
General Purpose
Under the direction of the Director of Special Education, the Special Education Behavior Technician will be responsible for designing, implementing, modeling, and training staff on Tier 2 and Tier 3 behavior intervention plans. They will be responsible for collecting data and collaborating with school staff and parents regarding behavior plans. They will conduct functional behavioral assessments. Must have the ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and to make the discrimination in sound.
Main Tasks and Responsibilities
- Create and maintain a filing system relating to Special Education Tier 2 and Tier 3 plans
- Develop and implement behavior plans
- Actively collaborate with parents and staff on behavior plans
- Conduct functional behavioral assessments
- Assist in the coaching and overall implementation of the various behavior plans
- Provide professional development to various groups as needed to expand the knowledge of the Special Education behavior systems
- Prepare and submit reports and presentations as required
- Actively maintain or improve the external and internal image of the District and its schools
- Other duties as assigned
Education and Experience
- Certification as a Registered Behavioral Technician is required
- A minimum of 1 year experience in Special Education behavioral training
- Must have experience in conducting functional behavioral assessments
- High School Diploma is required
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements
The environment for this position is extremely dynamic. This position is often in crisis situations where the employee may be exposed to physically aggressive and destructive behaviors. Must be able to resolve problems and create solutions. May require heavy work, exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. May require kneeling, crouching, and stooping.