Job Overview
Behavioral Technician I, II - Central District Administration is listed by Hawaii State Department of Education. The Hawaii State Department of Education is hiring Behavioral Technicians I and II for the Central District Administration in Central District, Hawaii, as of August 2026. This full-time role supports students with severe challenging behavior by implementing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) programs and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs). The position is authorized at the Behavioral Technician II level, but applications are accepted at the Behavioral Technician I level if recruitment is difficult.
The salary range is $4,054 to $4,388 per year, depending on level. This role is essential for helping students build communication, social interaction, and problem-solving skills in a school setting.
Qualifications & Eligibility
To determine if you qualify, review the education and experience requirements for the Behavioral Technician I and II levels.
- Behavioral Technician I (SR-14) and Behavioral Technician II (SR-16) positions are available.
- Applicants must meet the specific education and/or experience requirements for the level they are applying for, as determined by the Hawaii State Department of Education.
- Experience implementing ABA programs and behavior intervention plans is preferred.
Who Can Apply
- Open to all qualified applicants who can meet the education and experience requirements.
- Applications are accepted for both Behavioral Technician I and II levels, with the final level determined by qualifications and recruitment needs.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Implement ABA programs and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) with fidelity using appropriate behavior management techniques.
- Establish and maintain relationships with students by pairing yourself as a supportive individual to build value and increase social interaction.
- Prompt safe and socially acceptable replacement behaviors to build communication, social interaction, and problem-solving skills, fading prompts appropriately.
- Increase the frequency and duration of safe replacement behaviors by providing access to reinforcers such as desired actions, attention, or removal of demands.
- Collect, record, graph, and maintain data on student behavior and progress.
Conditions & Requirements
- This is a full-time position based in Central District, Hawaii.
- The role involves working directly with students exhibiting severe challenging behavior, requiring patience and consistency.
- Applicants must be able to implement behavior plans with fidelity and maintain professional boundaries.
Benefits
- Salary range: $4,054 per year for Behavioral Technician I (SR-14) and $4,388 per year for Behavioral Technician II (SR-16).
- Full-time employment with the Hawaii State Department of Education.
How You Will Be Evaluated
- Applications are reviewed to determine if they meet the minimum qualification requirements.
- Qualified applicants may be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration.
- The final level (I or II) will be determined based on qualifications and recruitment needs.
Required Documents
- Completed online application through the official application portal.
- Any required supplemental questions or documentation as specified in the job posting.
How to Apply
- Visit the official application portal and search for the Behavioral Technician I, II - Central District Administration position.
- Create or to your applicant account.
- Complete the online application and any supplemental questions.
- Submit your application before the closing deadline.
Additional Information
- The authorized level for these positions is Behavioral Technician II, but applications are accepted at the I level if needed.
- The duty location is Central District, Hawaii (ZIP 96804).
About the Hiring Organization
The Hawaii State Department of Education is the statewide public school system, serving students across the islands. This role is part of the Central District Administration, supporting schools in the Central District area. Hawaii State Department of Education is named as the hiring organisation for the Behavioral Technician I, II - Central District Administration post.
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