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The Stepping Stones Group
Make a Difference Every Day Empowering Students, Enriching Futures! School-Based Behavior Technician (BT) | Full-Time | K-12 Special Education About the Opportunity Are you passionate about helping students succeed academically and behaviorally? The Stepping Stones Group is seeking a dedicated Behavior Technician to support students in a school-based setting during the 2026-2027 school year. This is more than a job. It's a chance to help students build academic, behavioral, communication, social-emotional, and independent living skills while you gain hands-on experience in education and behavioral support.
You'll work alongside teachers, special education staff, behavior specialists, and therapists to support students with behavioral, developmental, academic, and social-emotional needs. The role combines instructional support and behavioral intervention, helping students stay engaged, follow classroom expectations, and reach their Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals.
- Pay: $28-$30 per hour
- Schedule: Monday-Friday, full-time, school-day hours, 35 hours per week (7 hours per day), no evenings or overnights
- Setting: Onsite, K-12, 1:1, 2:1, and classroom support in general education and special education settings
- Sites: Possible support at 1-3 school sites
- Start date: Immediate, through the end of the 2026-27 school year (late May)
- Employment type: W-2
- Location: Shared with candidates during the application process
- Provide 1:1, 2:1, and small-group support throughout the school day
- Provide behavioral support and behavioral intervention, and implement behavior support plans and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)
- Provide emotional support and general academic support, including help with assignments
- Support students with daily needs, which may include mobility, feeding, toileting, and diapering
- Reinforce positive behaviors using evidence-based practices
- Help students build self-regulation, communication, and social skills
- Collect and document behavioral data and student progress
- Assist the teacher(s) and classroom aides as needed
- Assist students during transitions, arrival, dismissal, lunch, and recess as assigned
- Support implementation of IEP goals and classroom accommodations
- Maintain accurate documentation and student records, and maintain confidentiality
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 1 year of experience working with severe behaviors
- Proof of completion of a 40-hour behavioral training course OR 6 months of applied behavior analysis (ABA) experience
- Ability to pass district fingerprinting and a background check, and to complete the required district form
- Availability to work between 7:00 AM and 4:00 PM, Monday-Friday
- Reliable transportation
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Authorization to work in the United States; English proficiency
- Working with students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), emotional disturbance (ED), other health impairments (OHI), and significant behavioral needs
- Working with medically fragile students
- Providing toileting and diapering assistance and mobility and feeding support
- Working in both general education and special education settings
- Working with students of all ages, and adjusting your caseload or school site (1-3 sites) based on district needs
- Working fully onsite and in person
- School-based experience (highly preferred)
- Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification, or willingness to obtain it
- Experience in behavioral health, ABA, special education, childcare, youth services, or direct support settings
- Knowledge of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS)
- Experience supporting students with IEPs and BIPs
- CPI, Safety-Care, or other de-escalation training
- Associate's degree or coursework in education, psychology, behavioral science, child development, social work, or a related field
- Gain hands-on experience in education and behavioral support
- Build experience for careers in psychology, special education, counseling, ABA, social work, speech therapy, occupational therapy, nursing, and healthcare
- Follow a predictable school schedule, with weekends, evenings, and holidays typically off
- Work alongside experienced teachers, therapists, and educational professionals
- Develop professional skills in behavior management, instructional support, and student engagement
- Competitive pay of $28-$30 per hour
- Health and wellness benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees
- 401(k) retirement plan for eligible employees
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Continuing education resources
- Employee referral bonus program
- Supportive and collaborative leadership
- Opportunities for career growth and advancement
- Meaningful work that directly impacts students and communities
- Ability to remain active throughout the school day, including frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, crouching, and repositioning
- Ability to support student mobility, feeding, and personal care needs, including toileting and diapering
- Ability to respond appropriately to behavioral, health, and safety situations and follow approved safety procedures
- Additional requirements may vary by assignment
Ready to make an impact? Apply today. Selected candidates will complete a short clinical interview, and our team will help you prepare. Please share your availability when you apply.
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