Qualifications:
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Completed two years of study at an institution of higher education; or • Obtained an associate’s (or higher) degree; or • Met a rigorous standard of quality and be able to demonstrate, through a formal State or local academic assessment, knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing, reading, writing, and mathematics (or, as appropriate, reading readiness, writing readiness, and mathematics readiness).
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Behavioral Technician (RBT) certification
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Complete a 40-hour training
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Pass a competency assessment
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Pass the RBT Exam
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Abide by the 31-element Ethics Code
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High moral and ethical standards.
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Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills.
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Belief in and respect for the dignity and work of each individual; sincere interest in children and youth.
Reports to: School Principal (Daily Supervision) and Office of Special Services (Clinical Supervision)
General Job Description: Provides behavioral intervention services to identified children within the school setting. Behavior Technicians will support behavioral needs of children school-wide. This may include supporting the implementation of Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) based programs as directed by and in accordance with supervision from a designated Board Certified Behavior Analyst (Behavior Interventionist), special services administration, and the school principal. A RBT will assist with reducing students’ disruptive behaviors, nurturing social skills, collecting progress data, and training staff.
Essential Job Functions:
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Completes a BACB approved Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) course, then obtains and maintains RBT certification.
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Assists the school principal and Behavior Interventionist in implementing behavioral programming for students identified as needing behavioral intervention through a multi-tiered system of support including students with Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
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Participates with relevant staff (teachers, administrators, related service providers) in individualized program planning, as needed.
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Assists with collecting data related to individual student behavior goals.
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Participates in RBT in-service programs and presents in-service programs as assigned.
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Understands and adheres to established policies and procedures.
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Observes confidentiality and safeguards all student-related information.
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Reports behavioral incidences to School Principal and Behavior Interventionist.
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Maintains acceptable attendance status.
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Demonstrates sound judgment, critical thinking and decision making.
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Maintains current CPI certification, and physically able to engage in appropriate physical holds with students as needed.
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Perform all other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the School Principal and/or Office of Special Services.
Term of Employment: 190 days per year; 7 hours per day; 35 hours per week; Non-Exempt.
Salary: Fort Mill Instructional Assistant Schedule (S6). Placement on the salary schedule is based on a formula considering education and work experience.
Evaluation: Performance will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the board’s policy on evaluation of certified personnel.