Special Education RBT Para Educator - SY

Special Education RBT Para Educator - SY 2025/26

Fort Leavenworth USD 207 •

Special Education RBT Para Educator

Purpose:

Under the direction of a BCBA (Board Certified Behavior Analyst)- collect data- teach skills- and implement instruction and behavior reduction protocols aligned with principles of Applied Behavior Analysis to students with disabilities within the school setting.

Reports To:

Building Principal
- Supervising Special Education Teacher- and Board-Certified Behavioral Analyst

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
- Hourly ($23.00 - $40.79 per hour/7.5 hour workday. Hourly wage depends on years of experience in a K-12 setting in a similar role.)

Required Qualifications:

* High School Diploma or equivalent

* RBT Certification

* Strong written and verbal communication skills

* Health and Inoculation Certification on file in the district (after an employment offer is made).

* Have obtained or be able to obtain (district will provide training) MANDT certification.

Preferred:

* Associate`s Degree or Bachelor`s degree in psychology- education- special education or related field

* Experience in a school setting- working with students with behavior challenges (including students with Autism- SED- and other developmental disabilities)

Essential Functions:

To perform the responsibilities and roles of a Special Education RBT Para Educator

* Provide direct student instruction- and assist staff with implementation- in one-on-one and group settings utilizing a combination of intensive teaching and natural environment teaching arrangements. Follow prescribed behavior skills acquisition and behavior change protocols. Assist with preparing materials as necessary

* Commitment to ongoing training and development as it relates to clinical skills- professional development- ethics- and technology- and training to perform job responsibilities to required standards

* Collect- record- and summarize data on observable student behavior. Assist with skill acquisition and behavioral assessments. Collect data on all programming

* Document interventions- progress data- session notes

* Assist with staff training of student's individualized treatment and behavior change protocols- through direct teaching- modeling- and fidelity checks.

* Communicate with staff regarding student progress as instructed by the BCBA. Collaborate with school teams and attend IEP meetings as necessary.

* Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to HIPPA laws

* Ability to manage multiple tasks with frequent interruptions

* Ability to diffuse and manage volatile and stressful situations

* Ability to accept constructive feedback and develop knowledge and skill sets accordingly

* Ability to maintain honesty and integrity in all aspects of the job

* Develop and maintain professional relationships with students- co-workers- and supervisors

* Abide by code of ethics as indicated by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board

* Ability and willingness to adhere to attendance requirements- including regular and punctual employee presence

* Ability to promote and follow Board of Education policies
- Superintendent policies- and building and department procedures

* Ability to communicate- interact- and work effectively and cooperatively with people from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds

* Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace- follow safety rules- practice safe work habits- utilize appropriate safety equipment- and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator

* Perform other duties as assigned

General Responsibilities:

* Contributes to a safe and orderly work environment

* Work to help ensure student achievement

* Builds positive school/community relations

* Work to develop constructive peer and student relationships

* Work to develop effective and efficient performance

* Practice responsible facility and resource management

* Model positive professional attributes

* See that district policies are observed during all activities

* Keep abreast of new information- and innovative ideas and techniques

* Adheres to all District policies and procedures

* Adheres to all district health and safety policies- including all precautions of the Bloodborne Pathogens…