Lynchburg City Schools
Division Registered Behavior Technician
Lynchburg City Schools, Lynchburg, Virginia, us, 24513
Division Registered Behavior TechnicianGENERAL INFORMATIONTitle: Divison Registered Behavior TechnicianDepartment: Student ServicesSalary Grade: $36,640.00
GRANT-FUNDED 3 YEARSFLSA Status: Non-exemptSite/Location: Student ServicesReports to: Student ServicesDate: 08/5/2024POSITION SUMMARYThe Registered Behavior Technician (RBT®) is a paraprofessional who practices under the ongoing supervision of the building administrator and an LCS Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). The RBT is primarily responsible for the direct implementation of student-specific behavior management/support services.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS1. Implement student-specific behavior management/support plans under the supervision of the BCBA, Principal, and in consultation with the Behavior Coach.2. Assist classroom teachers in gathering data specific to the student-specific goals for assigned students. \3. Implement programming to increase student academic stamina and deliver pre-determined reinforcement while the student completes classroom tasks.4. Assist assigned students with self-regulation during large and small group activities.5. Implement strategies to build student SEL competencies while participating in instruction.6. Provide daily updates on assigned students' progress toward mastery of behavioral goals.7. Provide behavior specific redirection to assigned students when behavior affects the student's learning or learning of others.8. Supervise assigned students during unstructured time such as lunch and recess. These assignments will differ from general IA lunch and recess duties as they are student specific for behavior programming purposes.9. The RBT will work closely with and under the guidance of the behavior coach (when the positions are in the same physical location) in order to implement unified, comprehensive, and systematic behavior programming.10. Perform related work as requiredLYNCHBURG CITY SCHOOLS COMPETENCIES Personal Competencies
HonestyIntegrityEthicalEquity MindedEmotional IntelligenceCultural CompetenceSafetyQualityLeadership Competencies
Models Excellent Customer ServiceThinks StrategicallyShows InitiativeActs DecisivelyCommunicates EffectivelyWorks CollaborativelyResolves Conflict ProactivelyFunctional Competencies
Technical CapabilitiesComputer LiteracyData Analysis and ManagementFiscal Planning and ManagementProject ManagementStrategic Planning
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
High School Diploma or GED. Minimum of sixty (60) credit hours from an accredited post-secondary institution or career technical facility or an Associate's Degree or successfully completed the ParaPro assessment. The successful applicant must agree to complete 40 hours of RBT Online training within 1 month of employment. The applicant will need to pass the RBT certification exam to become certified after hire. Successful completion of the RBT training certificate is required for ongoing employment as an RBT.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Ability to adhere to the Behavior Analyst Certification Board Code of Ethics.Ability to conduct telephone-based or in-person interviews, data collection, and data entry.Strong verbal and written communication skills, including active listening, empathy, and relationship building.Ability to interact in a non-judgmental manner with culturally diverse populations and persons experiencing a wide range of social conditions.Critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and the ability to use sound judgment in responding to client issues and concerns.Ability to adapt to changing environments and receive constructive feedback.Knowledge of and experience with the Lynchburg City Schools organization, policies, and practices (preferred).Ability to use discretion, maintain confidentiality, and ethical conduct.Ability to work effectively with all levels of staff, establishing and maintaining collaborative professional relationships.Strong time management skills (organization, prioritization, multitasking).Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.Proficiency with use of computers (desktop, laptop, tablet).Proficiency with use of mobile devices (smartphones, mobile apps).Solid knowledge and understanding of Microsoft Office and Google Drive, and ability to learn new technical programs/practices as needed.Solid knowledge and understanding of equitable practices that create a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for LCS staff, students, and community members.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
The RBT does not supervise any other personnel.TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
Reliable transportation necessaryTravel within the City of Lynchburg as neededMinimal travel outside of the City of Lynchburg as neededWORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe 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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to frequently stand; sit; walk; talk or hear; use hands to finger, handle, type, or feel; and stoop, kneel, or crouch.OTHER DUTIESPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.AAP/EEO STATEMENTLCS is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.JOB STATUS:OPEN SALARY:Please refer to LCS Employee Pay Scales found here: https://www.lcsedu.net/departments/personnel/employee-pay-scales.DAYS: 200START DATE:2024-25
GRANT-FUNDED 3 YEARSFLSA Status: Non-exemptSite/Location: Student ServicesReports to: Student ServicesDate: 08/5/2024POSITION SUMMARYThe Registered Behavior Technician (RBT®) is a paraprofessional who practices under the ongoing supervision of the building administrator and an LCS Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). The RBT is primarily responsible for the direct implementation of student-specific behavior management/support services.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS1. Implement student-specific behavior management/support plans under the supervision of the BCBA, Principal, and in consultation with the Behavior Coach.2. Assist classroom teachers in gathering data specific to the student-specific goals for assigned students. \3. Implement programming to increase student academic stamina and deliver pre-determined reinforcement while the student completes classroom tasks.4. Assist assigned students with self-regulation during large and small group activities.5. Implement strategies to build student SEL competencies while participating in instruction.6. Provide daily updates on assigned students' progress toward mastery of behavioral goals.7. Provide behavior specific redirection to assigned students when behavior affects the student's learning or learning of others.8. Supervise assigned students during unstructured time such as lunch and recess. These assignments will differ from general IA lunch and recess duties as they are student specific for behavior programming purposes.9. The RBT will work closely with and under the guidance of the behavior coach (when the positions are in the same physical location) in order to implement unified, comprehensive, and systematic behavior programming.10. Perform related work as requiredLYNCHBURG CITY SCHOOLS COMPETENCIES Personal Competencies
HonestyIntegrityEthicalEquity MindedEmotional IntelligenceCultural CompetenceSafetyQualityLeadership Competencies
Models Excellent Customer ServiceThinks StrategicallyShows InitiativeActs DecisivelyCommunicates EffectivelyWorks CollaborativelyResolves Conflict ProactivelyFunctional Competencies
Technical CapabilitiesComputer LiteracyData Analysis and ManagementFiscal Planning and ManagementProject ManagementStrategic Planning
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
High School Diploma or GED. Minimum of sixty (60) credit hours from an accredited post-secondary institution or career technical facility or an Associate's Degree or successfully completed the ParaPro assessment. The successful applicant must agree to complete 40 hours of RBT Online training within 1 month of employment. The applicant will need to pass the RBT certification exam to become certified after hire. Successful completion of the RBT training certificate is required for ongoing employment as an RBT.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Ability to adhere to the Behavior Analyst Certification Board Code of Ethics.Ability to conduct telephone-based or in-person interviews, data collection, and data entry.Strong verbal and written communication skills, including active listening, empathy, and relationship building.Ability to interact in a non-judgmental manner with culturally diverse populations and persons experiencing a wide range of social conditions.Critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and the ability to use sound judgment in responding to client issues and concerns.Ability to adapt to changing environments and receive constructive feedback.Knowledge of and experience with the Lynchburg City Schools organization, policies, and practices (preferred).Ability to use discretion, maintain confidentiality, and ethical conduct.Ability to work effectively with all levels of staff, establishing and maintaining collaborative professional relationships.Strong time management skills (organization, prioritization, multitasking).Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.Proficiency with use of computers (desktop, laptop, tablet).Proficiency with use of mobile devices (smartphones, mobile apps).Solid knowledge and understanding of Microsoft Office and Google Drive, and ability to learn new technical programs/practices as needed.Solid knowledge and understanding of equitable practices that create a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for LCS staff, students, and community members.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
The RBT does not supervise any other personnel.TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
Reliable transportation necessaryTravel within the City of Lynchburg as neededMinimal travel outside of the City of Lynchburg as neededWORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe 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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to frequently stand; sit; walk; talk or hear; use hands to finger, handle, type, or feel; and stoop, kneel, or crouch.OTHER DUTIESPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.AAP/EEO STATEMENTLCS is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.JOB STATUS:OPEN SALARY:Please refer to LCS Employee Pay Scales found here: https://www.lcsedu.net/departments/personnel/employee-pay-scales.DAYS: 200START DATE:2024-25