Registered Behavior Technician, Summer Programs

Overview

Job Description. Applications will be received until May 8, 2026. If the position is not filled by then, we may consider applications submitted after the deadline. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting the Denver Public Schools job board k12.org.

The Hourly Summer Program Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) provides observation, coaching, modeling and training, on a referral basis, to school teams who request support with individual students who exhibit behaviors that interfere with their learning or the learning of others. Collaborates as part of a multidisciplinary Behavior Team and partners with building-based school social workers and school psychologists, special educators, school administrators, paraprofessionals and other central office staff in the development and implementation of data-driven, evidence-based positive behavior interventions and supports.

The goal of these supports is to develop adults’ prevention, intervention and reinforcement skills to promote students’ positive behaviors. Works under the guidance of someone who is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst.

This is a temporary hourly summer position only. Benefits are not offered for this position.

• A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives.
• Hourly Rate: $25.64 per hour.  for more information on compensation for these roles.
• In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as time off, health and wellness benefits, and PERA Retirement.

• In collaboration with district Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs), school social workers/psychologists, Behavior Intervention Specialists, and other special educators and school administrators, supports and coaches building staff in evaluating, implementing, and monitoring specially designed instruction based on evidence-based behavioral interventions and accommodations
• Delivers direct Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services to support students with disabilities requiring ABA as part of their IEP or 504 plan
• Implements district-based data collection systems
• Attends relevant in-service training and required meetings
• Collaborates with team members to develop and deliver monthly training sessions for school staff and special education team members
• May also conduct direct Applied Behavior Analysis assessments for students with IEPs or 504 plans
• Support building staff to:
  • Implement specially designed instruction to improve outcomes for students with challenging behavior
  • Provide positive behavior supports
• Support school staff in their implementation of behavior intervention plans and provide behavioral supports to students
• Coach SE&O paraprofessional staff serving students with behavioral challenges
• Model and coach for school staff the use of:
  • Positive multi-tiered systems of supports
• Replacement strategies/re-direction when implementing positive behavior supports and supporting students
• Consult with the school’s problem-solving process to improve outcomes for students with behavioral challenges
• Attend appropriate in-services training and required meetings
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Minimum of a High School Diploma/GED in Education, Behavior (ABA), Special Education, Child Development, Psychology or related field, or 1 – 3 years of related experience
• Bachelor's Degree is preferred
• Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Certification in the State of Colorado is required
• 1+ years of related experience is required
• Bilingual in Spanish is preferred.
• The ability to take responsibility for one’s own performance
• Effective communication skills
• Effectively handle multiple demands and competing deadlines
• Strong attention to detail
• High degree of integrity in handling confidential information
• Ability to work in a multi-ethnic and multi-cultural environment with district and school leaders, faculty, staff and students
• Work collaboratively with others on a team
• Aptitude for variety and changing expectations and fast-paced environment is preferred
• Proficiency in oral and written communication skills is preferred
• Computer…