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Special Education Aide/Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)

Licking Heights School District

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Job Details

Job ID:

5954310

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Oct 08, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

Immediately

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION:

REGISTERED BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN

(RBT)

RESPONSIBLE TO

District BCBA, Building Administration, Special Education Coordinator, and Director of Special Education

INTRODUCTION

At Licking Heights Local Schools, our commitment to student success drives everything we do. We believe in providing equitable, personalized learning experiences focused on building character skills and achieving academic excellence. Our comprehensive framework, addressing milestones from kindergarten readiness to college and career competencies, ensures that every student thrives academically, socially, and emotionally. We are dedicated to creating a positive school culture where students can explore their talents through extracurricular activities, fostering well-rounded and socially responsible citizens.

To be successful at Licking Heights Local Schools, staff members must embody a range of skills, including:

Passion for education and student well-being

Effective mentoring and guidance for students

Strong communication and collaboration skills

Continuous learning and professional development

Forward-thinking planning and strategic decision-making

Openness to two-way communication and community engagement

We are dedicated to supporting our staff through comprehensive induction, providing ongoing professional development aligned with our district's vision, and creating a safe and empowering school environment where every individual can flourish. Join us in our mission to provide an exceptional education experience that prepares students for success in school, career, and life.

JOB GOAL

The Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) will work collaboratively with teachers, special education staff, administration, and other support staff to implement behavior intervention plans and other support plans for students that require consistent behavioral support during the school day. The RBT works under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and Special Education district leadership. The RBT will meet all requirements of the BACB and will utilize this supplement under the direction of the supervising BCBA. This is not an instructional support position, although RBT may provide some instructional support to students as needed. The RBT monitors and collects data on behavior and documents progress and collaborates with school staff to implement behavior interventions. The RBT helps students develop appropriate social, communication, and learning skills in the school setting.

QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or equivalent

Current certification as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)

Experience working in a school setting preferred

Ability to remain calm, patient, and positive in challenging situations

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate with district staff, building leadership, teachers, support staff, and BCBA
• Assist with managing challenging behaviors using approved strategies
• Support students in classrooms, therapy sessions, or other school environments
• Work 1:1 or in small groups with students to implement behavior support strategies

Understand and apply the basic principles of ABA in classroom settings as directed. Assess student needs and provide interventions to redirect behavior or increase desired behavior through positive behavior practices. Collect and submit data for Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA) and/or Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP), Individual Crisis Management Plans (ICMP), Individualized Education Data (IEP) data, and related student documentation. Regularly review and remain well-versed in multitude of BIPs in order to implement the plans and monitor plans for multiple students. Assist in development of reinforcement identification procedures. Model implementation of BIPs and/or crisis plans for paraprofessionals and staff. When required, provide physical intervention for students demonstrating unsafe behavior in accordance with Crisis Intervention and Prevention (CPI) Strategies and required documentation. Participates in yearly renewal of RBT licensure, special education training requirements, and CPI training. RBT may serve as a member of the school crisis response team. Attend group supervision monthly at the discretion of the supervising BCBA. Maintain consistency of BIPs by communicating and providing input to teachers and other support staff. Adherence to RBT Handbook and Ethics as outlined by the BACB.

Additional related tasks as assigned.

Ability to work as a member of a cohesive and collaborative team. Ability to understand and learn student needs and maintain student dignity, confidentiality, and student rights. Ability to lead/model behavior support strategies for others.

Maintain security and confidentiality as specified records and information. Ability to take and respond to feedback and direction of superiors. Ability to follow and practice policies related to proper procedures as outlined in the special education handbook, CPI licensure, RBT handbook, and maintains RBT Ethics.

Ability to multitask and record data for BIP or other support documentation. Must be flexible, creative, solution oriented, and creative in approaching working with both students and staff. Demonstrate enthusiasm to learn and receive feedback with all related professionals. Must maintain a copy of their RBT supervision records as outlined in the BACB. Detail oriented and strong communication skills.

Physical, mental, and emotional stamina to endure potentially stressful conditions. All other requirements by employment through Licking Heights Local Schools.

WORK CONDITIONS

The work environment characteristics, described here, are not listed in order of importance, and are representative of those an employee encounters while completing the duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the responsibilities. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position.

Frequent work that may extend beyond the normal workday

Occasional exposure to blood, bodily fluids and tissue

Occasional operation of a vehicle under inclement weather conditions

Occasional interaction among unruly children/adults

Many situations that require hand motion, e.g., computer keyboard, typing and writing

Consistent requirements to sit, stand, walk, hear, see, read and speak, reach, stretch with hands and arms, crouch, kneel and climb and stoop

Consistent requirements to lift, carry, push and pull various supplies and/or equipment up to a maximum of 50 pounds

EVALUATION

Performance of these responsibilities will be evaluated by the Special Education Director and the Building Principals in accordance with the provisions of the Board's policy.

REVISED:

June 23, 2025

Position Type:

Full-Time

Job Requirements

Citizenship, residency or work visa required