2026/2027 School Year Secondary Behavior Technician - Special Education Department

2026/2027 School Year Secondary Behavior Technician - Special Education Department Print  2026/2027 School Year Secondary Behavior Technician - Special Education Department Salary $27,932.00 Annually Location Central Services, Ashland, VA Job Type Full Time Job Number 03946 Department SPED Department Opening Date 04/23/2026 Description Benefits Questions Description •Minimum salary listed. Salary offer will be based on related work experience.•

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

To provide extended support to students with disabilities who are demonstrating behavioral difficulties in the school setting. Under the direction of an HCPS consultative teacher/special educator implement behavioral strategies as outlined in the student's behavioral intervention plan with a planned goal of fading student support.

Qualifications:

KSA's, Education

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Ability to effectively use Google applications for data collection and staff communication. Willing to achieve and maintain the credential of Registered Behavior Technician. Achieve and maintain certification in county approved de-escalation program. Ability to efficiently and effectively work with and on a variety of teams. Must be able to maintain professional boundaries and maintain client dignity and confidentiality.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Required :

High school diploma. Maintain RBT certification once achieved. Valid Va. Driver's License.

Preferred:

Experience working with students who demonstrate behavioral difficulties. Associates Degree or additional studies at an institution of higher education; Current certification of Registered Behavior Technician. A comparable amount of training and experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications. Terms of Employment

LOCATION

Division Wide

WORK SCHEDULE

10 month 207

PAY GRADE:

7

SALARY SCALE:

Uniform

FLSA STATUS

Non-Exempt Physical requirements and Disclaimer

PHYSICAL CONDITIONS

Maintains certification in Safety Care (physical management system). Duties performed typically in school settings to include: classroom, gym, cafeteria, auditorium and recreational areas. Frequent walking, standing, lifting up to 40 pounds, and other physical activities are required. Occasional travel with students on field trips may be necessary. Occasional movement of students by wheelchairs and other mechanical devices may be required. Occasional lifting of equipment weighing up to 50 pounds may be required. Occasional attendance to parent conferences, building-level meetings and division wide meetings and training activities beyond normal assigned hours is necessary. Daily personal close contact with children to provide classroom management and learning environment support is required. Regular contact with other staff members, parents and medical professional may be required. Must be able to work within various degrees of noise, temperature, and air quality. Interruptions of work are routine. Must be able to work under stressful conditions. May be subject to physical and emotional outbursts by students, including such behaviors as hitting, kicking, spitting, scratching and biting. Dexterity of hands and fingers assist/restrain students and to operate specialized equipment or office equipment. Sitting or standing for extended periods of time. Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching to assist students. Seeing to read a variety of materials and monitor student activities. Hearing and speaking to exchange information. Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally. Lifting or moving children from wheelchair to tables or desks. Requires travel throughout school division. Created 12/2021 Hanover County Public Schools assures Equal Employment Opportunities and equal education opportunities for employees and students as required by Federal and State Orders and Laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks. This job description is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements. However, management and administration reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position.

Please visit https:

//hcps.us/departments/human_resources/benefits___compensation for more information on our competitive benefits package. If you have further questions about your benefit status, please contact your recruiter. The Hanover County School Board does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, disability or national origin in its employment practices or educational programs and activities. The Director for Special Education is designated as coordinator for non-discrimination for access to and implementation of programs under Section 504 and the Americans with Disabilities Act. The Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources is designated as coordinator for non-discrimination regarding personnel matters under Section 504 and the Americans with Disabilities Act. To contact Hanover County Public Schools by phone, you may call (804) 365-4500. 01 Do you have a Registered Behavior Technician certification? Yes No Required Question Employer Hanover County Public Schools Address Hanover County Public Schools 200 Berkley Street Ashland, Virginia, 23005 Phone 804-365-4500 Website http://www.hcps.us