Registered Behavior Technician Job Listing at IS RoCal in San Diego, CA (Job ID 304960)

Description

The Stepping Stones Group

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Empowering Students, Enriching Futures!

School-Based Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) | Full-Time | K-12 Severe Caseload Special Education | Multiple Openings About the Opportunity

Are you a passionate Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of students? The Stepping Stones Group is seeking dedicated RBTs to join our team in school-based settings for the 2026-2027 school year. This is more than a job. It's a chance to help students with significant needs build communication, social, academic, behavioral, and self-regulation skills while supporting their success in the classroom and throughout the school community. We have multiple full-time openings, each with a standard assignment.

You'll work closely with BCBAs, teachers, and school staff to implement behavior support programs for students with severe needs. In-person supervision is provided by The Stepping Stones Group.

• Pay: $28-$35 per hour
• Schedule: Monday-Friday, full-time, up to 30 hours per week (6 hours per day plus a 30-minute unpaid break), within a 7:30 AM-3:30 PM window, no evenings or overnights
• Assignments: Standard assignments, with possible placement changes
• Setting: Onsite, K-12, 1:1, 2:1, and classroom support in general education and special education settings
• Supervision: In-person supervision provided by The Stepping Stones Group
• Sites: Possible support at 1-3 or more school sites
• Start date: Immediate, through the end of the 2026-27 school year (early June)
• Employment type: W-2
• Location: Shared with candidates during the application process

What You'll Do

• Implement Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) and behavior support plans with fidelity under BCBA supervision
• Provide 1:1, 2:1, and classroom support throughout the school day
• Provide behavioral intervention for students with severe needs, using positive behavioral strategies and safe de-escalation
• Collect, track, and maintain accurate behavioral data
• Provide emotional support and general academic support, including help with assignments
• Support students with daily needs, which may include mobility, feeding, toileting, and diapering
• Assist the teacher(s) and classroom aides as needed
• Collaborate with the BCBA, teachers, therapists, and school team
• Maintain accurate documentation and student records, and maintain confidentiality

Minimum Qualifications

• Active Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification
• At least 6 months of RBT experience
• At least 6 months of classroom experience
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Openness to and ability to manage a severe caseload
• Comfort with toileting and diapering assistance
• Openness to placement changes
• Availability Monday-Friday, within a 7:30 AM-3:30 PM window
• Reliable transportation
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Authorization to work in the United States; English proficiency

You'll Thrive in This Role If You Are Open To:

• Working with students with severe needs, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), emotional disturbance (ED), and other health impairments (OHI)
• Working with medically fragile students
• Providing toileting and diapering assistance
• Working with students of all ages, from kindergarten through 12th grade
• Working in both general education and special education settings
• Adjusting your caseload or school site based on district needs
• Working fully onsite and in person

Preferred Qualifications

• School-based experience
• CPI, ProAct, or Safety-Care training (if you don't have it yet, you can complete the training within 30 days of starting)
• Experience implementing BIPs under BCBA supervision
• Experience collecting and documenting behavioral data
• Experience supporting students within PBIS and MTSS frameworks
• Associate's degree or coursework in psychology, education, behavior analysis, child development, social work, or a related field

Related Experience We Value

Experience as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), Behavior Technician, Behavioral Technician, ABA Therapist, Behavioral Health Technician, Paraprofessional, Special Education Assistant, Instructional Aide, Educational Assistant, Direct Support Professional (DSP), or Student Support Assistant is highly valued.

Why Candidates Choose This Role

• A standard assignment with steady hours
• Gain valuable experience in ABA and school-based behavioral support
• Receive in-person supervision and crisis training support from our clinical team
• Work alongside BCBAs, educators, therapists, and support professionals
• Build experience for careers in behavior analysis, psychology, counseling, special education, social work, and healthcare
• Follow a predictable school schedule, with evenings, weekends, holidays, and school breaks typically off

Why You'll Love Working With Us

• Competitive pay of $28-$35 per hour
• In-person clinical supervision and support from our team
• Health and wellness benefits
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance and 401(k) retirement plan for eligible employees
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Continuing education resources
• Employee referral bonus program
• Supportive and collaborative leadership
• Opportunities for career advancement and growth
• Meaningful work that directly impacts students and communities

Physical Requirements

• Ability to remain active throughout the school day, including frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, crouching, and repositioning
• Ability to respond safely to severe behaviors and follow approved safety procedures
• Ability to support student mobility and personal care needs, including toileting and diapering
• Additional requirements may vary by assignment

What Makes Someone Successful in This Role?

Successful RBTs are patient, dependable, adaptable, and student-focused. They stay calm under pressure, consistently implement behavioral interventions, build positive relationships with students and school teams, and use data to support meaningful student progress.

About The Stepping Stones Group

We believe every child deserves exceptional support to succeed academically, behaviorally, socially, and emotionally. We partner with schools nationwide to provide high-quality educational and behavioral support services, and we give our team members the training, resources, and support to grow professionally while making a difference in the communities they serve.

Ready to make an impact? Apply today. Please confirm your active RBT certification, your classroom experience, whether you're open to and able to manage a severe caseload, whether you have CPI or Safety-Care training, and how you'll get to work when you apply.

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