Job Description:
POSITION SUMMARY: 
The Behavior Technician is an essential part of the educational team, providing behavioral and academic support to students. This role focuses on creating a positive and productive learning environment by assisting students who need extra support to succeed academically and behaviorally. 

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Assist students in managing their behavior by implementing behavioral intervention plans (BIPs) under the guidance of certified staff.
• Observe and document student behaviors, providing feedback and data to the intervention team.
• Use de-escalation techniques and assist in creating a calm, focused classroom environment.
• Work one-on-one or in small groups with students who require additional behavioral guidance.
• Provide support in academic subjects (e.g., math, reading, writing) as directed by the teacher or intervention team.
• Collaborate with teachers, counselors, and other support staff to ensure a consistent approach to student support.
• Monitor and document students' progress on academic tasks, providing feedback to the teacher.
• Maintain accurate records of behavioral and academic progress, assisting with reporting to school administration.
• Participate in ongoing training related to behavior management, academic tutoring, and educational best practices.
• Continuously seek to expand knowledge of effective intervention strategies and educational support systems.
• Complete and maintain annual crisis management training requirements. 
• Comply with all company policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide transportation to meetings, trainings, and professional learning opportunities as required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Standing (continually, more than 2/3) 
• Walking (continually, more than 2/3)
• Sitting (frequently, 1/3 – 2/3)
• Reach with hands and arms (continually, more than 2/3)
• Climbing or balancing (occasionally, less than 1/3)
• Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl (occasionally, less than 1/3)
• Lifting up to 100 lbs. (continually, more than 2/3)
• Carrying up to 100 lbs. (continually, more than 2/3)
• Behavior Technicians require the ability to work in a high-energy environment with varying noise levels (from quiet to loud) based on student activity.  
• Behavior Technicians are expected to work both indoors and outdoors (as needed) and may be expected to participate in off-site field experiences.  

DISCLAIMER STATEMENT:
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job.  It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements.  Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

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JOB ID 13380@ CREC: External Job Opportunities | Careers | Hartford, Connecticut