BEHAVIORAL TECHNICIAN
Broward County Public SchoolsJobsCloseBy Editorial Insights
Joining Broward County Public Schools as a Behavioral Technician means a full time onsite role in Plantation focused on developing and implementing behavior intervention plans for students while safeguarding safety and dignity. Essential qualifications include either a high school diploma or GED with four years’ experience with behaviorally complex children, or an associate degree or 60 credits with two years’ relevant experience, plus stamina and solid computer skills. You’ll train in Positive Behavioral Supports, de-escalation, Functional Behavioral Assessments and Behavioral Intervention Plans within six months, with PCM training if required. To apply, tailor your résumé to show concrete behavior management wins, highlight collaboration with ESE, and cite your readiness to complete required trainings. Review the complete description via Job Code OO-025 on Broward’s site and apply before the open until filled date.
POSITION GOAL
Assist in developing appropriate responses from designated students requiring behavior intervention by implementing specific plans on an individual, small group, or classroom basis, as appropriate, to ensure the safety and dignity of students and staff.
ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
- Standard high school diploma or satisfactory completion of an approved General Education Development (GED) testing program.
- Minimum of four (4) years of experience working with behaviorally complex children.
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- An earned associate degree or 60-degree credits from an accredited institution.
- Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with behaviorally complex children.
- Must have the physical stamina and ability to work with behaviorally complex students and implement behavior management strategies as needed.
- Computer skills as required for the position.
Training
- Attend training in Positive Behavioral Supports and De-escalation strategies within six (6) months of employment.
- Attend training in Functional Behavioral Assessments and Behavioral Intervention Plans within six (6) months of employment.
- Behavior Technicians who require Professional Crisis Management (PCM) training, based on a student’s IEP, will be trained in collaboration with the Exceptional Student Education (ESE) Department.
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TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
LINK TO JOB DESCRIPTION
To review the complete job description for this position access the following website: https://www.browardschools.com/Page/36072 and search by Job Code. The Job Code for this position is: OO-025
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Advertisement Window: 06/16/2026 - Open Until Filled
Work Calendar: 196 Day Cal
Classification: Nonexempt
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