Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)- Autism School

Achievement Centers for Children is a Cleveland, Ohio-based nonprofit that is nationally recognized for helping children with disabilities and their families achieve and thrive. Working here is both personally meaningful and professionally rewarding.

Our Autism School, in partnership with the Educational Service Center of Northeast Ohio and local school districts, provides a blended learning environment focused on language development, behavioral supports, and academic achievement. Our interdisciplinary team works collaboratively with students, families, school districts, and therapists to deliver evidence-based, individualized instruction that helps every student reach their full potential.

Position Summary

We are seeking a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) to join our Autism School team. In this role, you will partner with the classroom teacher and Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) as part of an interdisciplinary team to implement behavior supports, support classroom routines, and help students build skills that increase independence and learning.

Location: Westlake, OH

Hours: Full-time position following the school calendar (Approx. 8:15 a.m. – 3:45 p.m.)

Pay Range: $17.15 - $20.91 per hour

Working Days: Monday through Friday following the Autism School calendar

Hours per Week: Approximately 35–40 hours per week

Hours per Day: Approximately 7–8 hours per day

Pay Schedule: Enjoy consistent, year-round income with pay distributed over 26 pay periods, even while following the school calendar.

What You Will Do
• Provide behavioral support to the teacher and classroom team
• Support daily classroom routines and program operations
• Assist students with instructional and non-instructional activities as directed by the BCBA and classroom team
• Implement individualized behavior intervention plans with fidelity
• Collect and document data to monitor student progress
• Help maintain a safe, structured, and supportive learning environment

Qualifications
• Active Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification
• Associate degree in Education or a related field, or two years of college coursework in Education, Special Education, or a related area
• At least one year of experience working directly with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder or related developmental disabilities in a home, school, or clinical setting
• Working knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) principles
• Ability to obtain an Ohio Aide Permit or Paraprofessional License

Preferred
• One to two years of experience supporting students with Autism Spectrum Disorder in an educational setting
• Strong skills in data collection, de-escalation, and collaborative communication
• Experience working as part of an interdisciplinary educational or clinical team

Sign-On Bonus

Receive a $500 sign-on bonus paid as follows:
• $150 after successful completion of the 90-day introductory period
• $150 after six months of employment
• $200 after one year of employment

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes health and wellness coverage, generous paid time off aligned with the school calendar, consistent year-round pay through our 26-pay schedule, a retirement savings plan, and opportunities for professional development and career growth.

Achievement Centers for Children is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and values a diverse and inclusive workplace.