Job Description:
Special School District (SSD) Behavior Technicians (RBTs) are assistants who work under the supervision of a board-certified behavior analyst to support students throughout St. Louis County. Through your diligent care, supervision, and encouragement, you will serve as a valued member of an educational team focused on providing behavior analytics services and practices to ensure students have what they need to thrive and feel empowered. If you are interested in pursuing a teaching position with our District, SSD offers tuition assistance and resources to ensure your success.
 
Behavior Technicians work during school hours, Monday through Friday. The start and end times may vary depending on the building assignment. Occasional work after school hours may be required. Travel between buildings may be required.  Assigned school and/or district may be adjusted based on ABA Therapy needs.  This position will cover multiple schools from K-12.
 
Special School District serves nearly 25,000 students and employs over 5,700 staff in St. Louis County. With core values of equity, commitment, and collaboration, the District's mission is to support and empower students of all learning abilities to excel to their greatest potential. SSD staff thrive in a culture deeply committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility.
 
Special School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law. To request an ADA Accommodation, please contact our Director of ADA and Accessibility for Staff at 314-989-8299. For TTY, contact RelayMO711 or 1-800-735-2966.
 
Posting open until: 12/19/2025
 
Salary

•  $25.00 to $40.00/hr. based on education and experience

 
Education and Experience 

• Thirty-six hours of college credit required or completion of the Frontline Substitute Teacher Training as approved by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education required.
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Experience working with children preferred

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Behavior Technician certification issued by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board required
• Substitute Certification or eligible for Substitute Certification through Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education required

Calendar

• 10-month school year (August to June), exact dates dependent on assigned location(s)

Benefits

• Group benefits plans for medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
• Enrollment in Missouri Public School Retirement Systems
• Staff Health Clinics
• Paid holidays
• 13 PTO days per year
• Employee assistance program
• Healthcare spending account