Behavior Technician

Overview

Job Description CREC seeks a motivated Behavior Technician to support students with behavioral and academic needs, helping create a positive and productive learning environment.

CREC has served the Greater Hartford area since 1966, supporting approximately 12,000 students annually through more than 120 educational programs across 16 interdistrict magnet schools, with services including professional learning, student programs, and PreK-12 education.

The Behavior Technician is an essential member of the educational team, providing behavioral and academic support to students. This role focuses on assisting students who need extra support to succeed academically and behaviorally.

• 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 help create 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 CREC policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

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

• Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide transportation to meetings, trainings, and professional learning opportunities as required.
• 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. Standing, walking, sitting, reaching, climbing/balancing, stooping/kneeling/crouching, lifting and carrying up to 100 lbs., high-energy environment, indoor/outdoor work, and potential off-site activities may be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Group Health Insurance Plans
• Basic & Supplemental Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability & Short Term Disability options
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Matching Contribution if applicable
• Flexible Spending Account Pre-Tax Savings for Health Care, Dependent Care, and Limited Purpose Post Deductible (if contributing to an HSA)
• Comprehensive benefit time package
• Employee Assistance Program
• Bereavement time & Religious Holidays
• Credit Union Access
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Network Groups
• Access to professional learning opportunities with two fully paid courses through CREC University each year
• Exclusive partnership with Springfield College offering a 15% discount on tuition for next-level degree programs

Based on terms and conditions during your employment, specific to your job classification and collective bargaining agreement.

CREC strives to understand and address the symptoms and causes of racism and discrimination, respecting people of all identifiers, including race, socioeconomic status, gender identity and expression, education, age, ability, ethnicity, culture, sexual orientation, language, nationality, religion, and veteran status.

The above describes the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job and is not an exhaustive list of duties. CREC reserves the right to assign or reassign duties as needed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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