Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)

Position Summary

Brooklyn Public Schools is seeking a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) to support students in specialized special education programs at both elementary and middle schools. The RBT will provide direct behavioral and instructional support under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).

Essential Responsibilities

• Support students behaviorally and instructionally in general and special education environments.
• Implement individualized Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), skill acquisition programs, and protocols from the supervising BCBA.
• Use evidence-based ABA strategies to increase replacement behaviors and decrease interfering behaviors.
• Collect and maintain accurate daily data on behaviors, student progress, treatment fidelity, and IEP goals.
• Run preference assessments and assist the BCBA with behavioral and skill assessments.
• Complete treatment fidelity checklists to ensure consistent, high integrity interventions.
• Collaborate with BCBA, teachers, and paraeducators for effective behavioral support.
• Model interventions and assist with classroom staff training.
• Promote generalization of social, emotional, communication, and functional skills across school settings.
• Support students during activities, transitions, and routines to maximize engagement.
• May be required to implement district-approved crisis prevention, de-escalation, and physical intervention techniques, using the Safety Care approach to ensure student safety.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow all ethical guidelines, district policies, and professional standards.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Current Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification preferred.
• Experience implementing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) principles in a school setting.
• Experience working with children with behavioral challenges.