SUMMARY:

Under the general supervision and direction of the District Behavior Analyst, the Behavior Technician provides specific and intensive support to Ukiah Unified special education students with comprehensive positive behavioral intervention plans and utilizing effective behavior management and intervention strategies; consults and collaborates with district and site staff; works 1:1 with students with serious behavioral needs for short term critical situations; collects data as part of assessment process; participates as a member of the educational team, and participates in IEP meetings as appropriate; maintains appropriate documentation, records and reports; supports students through transition into new education settings; helps implement multiple components of the student's individual program.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

: (

Note:

These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The examples of work performed are neither restricted to nor all-encompassing of the duties to be performed under this job title.)

• Assists and monitors students with individualized programs in behavioral areas.
• Assists with the collection of data on behaviors as needed for the development and implementation of the behavior intervention plan.
• Under the supervision of the District Behavior Analyst (BCBA), implements teaching protocols/ Behavioral Skills Teaching to promote skill building and development of functional replacement behaviors.
• Serves as a role model; models appropriate behavior; encourages and supports children;
• Promotes the well-being of children by following health and safety practices and procedures.
• Ability to assist students and receiving staff with transition into mainstream settings.
• Assists students with the development of increased independence.
• Converses with and establishes rapport with students.
• Records student information.
• Participates in conferences and planning sessions with the teacher.
• Attends required in-service training sessions or workshops, including Pro-Act training.
• Responds promptly to medical emergencies by providing First Aid, CPR, and AED assistance to students, staff, and visitors as appropriate, in accordance with District policy and training.
• Works with other students included in activities as necessary.
• Performs duties that require lifting, stooping and bending.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS

• Must obtain and maintain current First Aid, CPR, and AED certification for adults, children, and infants, including an in-person skills assessment.

Certification must be obtained no later than the employee's 100th day of employment and kept on file with the Human Resources Department.

KNOWLEDGE OF

• Principles and practices of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
• General developmental stages, needs, and characteristics of school-aged children, particularly pertaining to pupils with special learning needs.
• Behavior management strategies and techniques relating to pupils experiencing behavioral difficulties.
• Instructional methods and techniques.
• Physical, emotional and behavioral problems of students with disabilities.
• Conflict resolution techniques.
• The basic methods of physical fitness.

ABILITY TO

• Learn and provide required behavioral interventions and assist district staff in learning the implementation of the behavior plan.
• Work with students having special needs and/or aggressive behaviors.
• Implement positive behavioral intervention plans.
• Model appropriate behavioral techniques.
• Take extensive data and perform a variety of related clerical tasks.
• Assist in teaching children who have diverse learning needs.
• Supervise children in the classroom and out of doors.
• Earn and maintain the confidence and trust of students.
• Maintain emotional control under difficult situations.
• Adapt to changing work demands.
• Work and communicate effectively with students, parents and other staff members.
• Establish and maintain harmonious relations with co-workers.
• Follow written and oral instructions.
• Work independently.
• Participate in physical activities, to stand for long periods of time, to lift, stoop, bend, climb, push, and pull; physical mobility and stamina to participate in activities that may be strenuous.
• Learn to operate computers and other school equipment.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Communicate clearly in written and spoken English.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE / OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

:

• High school diploma or equivalent; a passing score on an exam that tests for the knowledge of, and the ability to assist in, the teaching of, math, reading and writing.

Desired:

Two (2) years' experience working with special education students (with complex and/or severe behavioral problems preferred); or any combination of training and experience that would indicate possession of the above required skills and abilities. Two (2) years of college training related to psychology, child development or education may be substituted for one year of experience.

• Employees will complete the following process to obtain

RBT Certification:

○ Registered Behavior Technician 40-hour course ○ Pass competency checklist under supervision of BCBA ○ Pass proficiency exam ○ Participate in Board Certified Behavior Analyst supervision, training & support District Behavior Technician Job Description bi-weekly

• Obtain upon hire Professional Assault Crisis Training and Certification (Pro-ACT).

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL DEMANDS

(Must be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.)

• Speak, read and understand sufficiently to successfully receive/provide information to/from students, supervisors, co-workers, the public, etc.
• Operate basic equipment such as the telephone, copier, computer, calculator, etc., except where incidental to the position.
• Possess or obtain upon employment, a valid California Driver License.
• Provide proof of automobile insurability.
• Sufficient strength and agility to perform physical tasks required by the position such as lifting immobile students and assisting with their physical needs.
• Capable of standing for long periods of time, lifting 40 pounds, stooping, reaching overhead, and bending at the waist.
• Perform with or without reasonable accommodation all essential duties and responsibilities listed above.

Pay:

From $24.00 per hour Application Question(s): Two (2) years of college training related to psychology, child development or education may be substituted for one year of experience. Do you have Pro-Act training? Have you ever been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor, or do you currently have a felony or misdemeanor charge pending? Convictions include a plea of guilty, nolo contendere (no contest) and/or a finding of guilty by a judge or a jury, or a conviction that has been judicially dismissed or ordered sealed, including 'expungement' granted pursuant to Penal Code section 1203.4. (

Note:

Exclude convictions related to the use of marijuana that are over two years old) Have you ever been dismissed or asked to resign from any position? Under Senate Bill (SB) 848, effective January 1, 2026, all applicants must provide a comprehensive employment history of every education entity they have been employed at, regardless of the role or duration. This includes all school districts, county offices of education, charter schools, and state special schools. You must list all previous service, including full-time, part-time, and substitute assignments. If you worked at multiple sites within the same district, you only need to provide that information once. Failure to disclose any previous education employment is considered a material omission and may result in the disqualification of your application or dismissal if discovered after hiring. When reporting employment at any educational facility, it is important to provide the name of the school, the contact persons name and email address, along with their title. Have you ever worked for Ukiah Unified School District? If so, when and what was your position? In order for your application to be complete, please answer all questions. If a questions is not applicable to you, please place a 'NA' next to the question I certify that I have made true, correct and complete answers and statements on this application in the knowledge that they may be relied upon in considering my application, and I understand that any omission or falsely answered statement made by me on this application, or any supplement to it will be sufficient grounds for failure to employ or for my discharge should I become employed with the school district/County Office.

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

working with special education students: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person