Behavior Support Technician (2 Positions), Coventry Public Schools


Position:
Behavior Support Technician (2 Positions)

Job ID:
3954

County:
EASTCONN


Posted:
April 09, 2024




Contact Information:
Coventry Public Schools
1700 Main Street
Coventry, CT 06238
District Website

Contact:
Kate Arey
Phone: 860-742-7317
Fax: 860-742-4598
District Email


Job Description:

Fulltime with benefits

Salary: $20.00/hour
10 month position


This position will serve students in Coventry Public Schools under the supervision of the building administrator, Director of Pupil and Staff Support Services and District BCBA. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Participate as an active member of the Crisis Response Team, providing physical management as needed
  • Proactively communicate and collaborate during weekly Crisis Intervention team meetings
  • Exhibit courtesy, self-control, respect and discretion when addressing and de-escalating challenging behaviors
  • Implement behavioral prevention and management strategies, individualized to student needs
  • Collection of, and on-going maintenance of, behavioral and instructional data
  • Knowledge of and ability to implement:
    • De-escalation strategies
    • Behavior management techniques
    • Intensive behavior intervention techniques
    • Safe practices in all school environments
  • Ability to:
    • Monitor and observe student behavior
    • Develop rapport and interact effectively with students
    • Communicate effectively orally and in writing
    • Handle emotionally charges situations
  • Other duties as assigned


Other:
  • High School Diploma or GED Required
  • Certification in Physical Management Techniques (PMT) or willingness to obtain upon hire
  • A minimum of 1 year experience implementing comprehensive behavior support plans
  • A basic understanding of Trauma-informed Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA); ongoing support/training will be provided