Behavior Technician - RBT

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Building-Based Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Job Description

Job Details

Job Title

Building-Based Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)

Reports To

Teacher(s) assigned

Confers With

Teacher(s), specialists, and building administrator

Job Goal

Implement instructional activities and programs as directed.

Job Summary

Salem School District is seeking a highly skilled and versatile Building-Based Registered Behavior Technician (RBT). Unlike a traditional 1:1 RBT, this role serves as a premier behavioral resource for the entire school community. The Building-Based RBT acts as the "right hand" to the BCBA and behavior coach, deploying across various classrooms and programs to stabilize high-needs situations, ensure data integrity, and support the professional growth of the broader paraprofessional team.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Building-Wide Behavioral Support

Implement individualized Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) for any student within the building as directed by the BCBA or behavior coach.

New Staff Mentorship

Assist in the onboarding of new paraprofessionals by providing direct coaching, modeling of behavioral techniques, and guidance on classroom protocols.

Data Collection & Integrity

Maintain rigorous and accurate Behavioral Data Logs; assist the BCBA in graphing and analyzing data to monitor student progress.

Crisis Response

Serve as a key member of the building's crisis response team, utilizing district-approved de-escalation and physical intervention strategies (CPI).

Ethical Practice

Maintain active RBT certification through the BACB and strictly adhere to all ethical guidelines and reporting requirements.

Required Qualifications & Credentials

Certification

Must hold and maintain a current Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB), or be actively enrolled in a program upon hire.

Education

High school diploma required; Associate's degree or higher preferred.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to lift minimum 30 lbs.

Experience

Minimum of 2 years experience working with students with significant behavioral needs.
Proven track record of high-fidelity data collection and implementation of complex BIPs.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Versatility

The ability to transition quickly between different grade levels and student profiles (K-5) throughout the school day.

Leadership & Coaching

Strong interpersonal skills to effectively model behavioral strategies for peers and newer staff members.

Independence

Ability to work under the general supervision of a BCBA while exercising sound clinical judgment in the moment.

Organization

Excellence in time management and data entry to ensure all behavioral documentation is current.

Terms of Employment

To be established by the school board by August 10th.

Salary and Benefits

2026-2027 hourly salary: $19.56 plus $1.00 for a certification from the NH Department of Education as a Paraeducator II or as a Teacher.

An Educational Assistant who is currently certified as a Registered Behavioral Technician (RBT) will receive a $3.00 per hour differential.

Work Schedule

Hour/day: 6.5

School Year

School year: 183 days/year

Evaluation

Performance to be evaluated no less than annually by the building administrator and immediate supervisor(s).