Special Education RBT

Johnston Public Schools Johnston Elementary School - Johnston, Rhode Island Open in Google Maps

Job : 5942659

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 28, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

JOB DESCRIPTION

SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER ASSISTANT/REGISTERED BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN

General Description of Duties

The Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) provides support to students using behavior management techniques and intervention strategies to reduce behaviors that interfere with the learning process increase alternative adaptive behaviors. The RBT is directly supervised by the building principal, the special education teacher and the behavior specialist/related services professional. The RBT performs classroom-based and supervisory duties associated with the classroom.

Assessment

• Assists in conducting functional behavior assessments;
• Inputs behavior data using the recommended data base system;

Management

• Collects data and consistently implements instructional or behavioral plans individually or in groups, with fidelity, and monitors same under the direction of and as established by the teacher/specialist;
• Analyzes behavior data with certified staff to report necessary modifications;
• Alerts teachers to any problems that arise while with the student(s);
• Intervenes in a calm and timely manner to prevent behaviors from escalating;
• Assists with all domains of students’ learning: academic, social, self-help, communication, gross motor, fine motor, activities of daily living, including feeding and toileting if needed;
• Assists Specialists (i.e., occupational therapists, physical therapists, speech/language therapists, social workers, psychologists) as needed;
• Assists with the supervision of students during recess, lunch, and bus duty, and any other time as deemed necessary by the principal;
• Provides escort and assistance to students as directed by the teacher/principal;

Communication

• Communicates relevant behavior information to teacher/specialist on a daily basis or as needed;
• Performs any written work under the direct supervision of the teacher/specialist in a timely, efficient and accurate manner;
• Models professional communication and collaborates effectively with professionals, students and parents; including selecting and using the appropriate channels for resolving concerns;

Knowledge

• Exhibits knowledge, sensitivity and understanding of individual and cultural differences;
• Understands core underlying principles of applied behavior analysis (ABA);
• Demonstrates an understanding of and performs duties in conjunction with state and federal laws and regulations, and local district and school policies and procedures;
• Knows how to, or is willing to learn, and uses all relevant computers and software programs;

Responsibilities

• Participates in assigned training and seeks out staff development opportunities;
• Participates in yearly performance goals/or evaluations;
• Participates in meetings, if appropriate, as pertains to assigned student caseload;
• Participates in daily and long range planning, prepares and develops various teaching aids in accordance with the teacher/specialist;
• Respects confidentiality and other professional ethics;
• Maintains reliable attendance, promptness and dependability;
• Accepts and uses direction and supervision;
• Provides an appropriate role model for children in areas of dress, language and behavior;
• Maintains appropriate level of professional/personal boundaries with students, families, and colleagues;
• Supports a learning environment that encourages appropriate standards of behavior, positive social interaction, active engagement in learning and self-motivation;
• Performs and documents…