BEHAVIORAL TECHNICIAN

Essential Performance Responsibilities

• Collect data within the school environment.
• Absorb data-gathering for Functional Behavior Assessments.
• Assist in the development and implementation of behavioral programs, including behavioral support plans and behavioral intervention plans.
• Assist staff in techniques needed to implement behavioral systems.
• Assist in shaping and teaching appropriate behavior to students.
• Become available as needed by school staff.
• Perform specific assignments by assisting in the following areas:
• Material Preparation
• Constructing behavior management aids/tools.
• Clerical Support
• Collecting and recording data.
• Monitor data and share recommendations for intervention with appropriate staff.
• Monitor/supervise a student or small group of assigned students in need of specific behavioral intervention.

Minimum Qualifications & Experience

• Standard high school diploma or satisfactory completion of an approved General Education Development (GED) testing program.
• Minimum of four (4) years of experience working with behaviorally complex children.
• OR An earned associate degree or 60-degree credits from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with behaviorally complex children.
• Must have the physical stamina and ability to work with behaviorally complex students and implement behavior management strategies as needed.
• Computer skills as required for the position.

Training

• Attend training in Positive Behavioral Supports and De-escalation strategies within six (6) months of employment.
• Attend training in Functional Behavioral Assessments and Behavioral Intervention Plans within six (6) months of employment.
• Behavior Technicians who require Professional Crisis Management (PCM) training, based on a student’s IEP, will be trained in collaboration with the Exceptional Student Education (ESE) Department.

Physical Requirements

• Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up 10 pounds of force as frequently as needed to move objects.

Terms of Employment

• Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the District's approved compensation plan.
• The length of the work year and hours of employment shall be those established by the School Board.

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• 07/15/2026 - Open Until Filled

Work Calendar

• 189 Day Cal

Pay Grade

• LEVEL 1

Classification

• Nonexempt

Compensation

• Hourly Rate - $21.13 - $31.92 per hour

Shift Differential (If applicable)

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Job Code

• The Job Code for this position is: OO-025

Link To Job Description

• To review the complete job description for this position access the following website: https://www.browardschools.com/Page/36072 and search by Job Code.