Job Information
Cedar Rapids Community School District KCU Behavior Tech in Cedar Rapids, Iowa
KCU Behavior Tech JobID: 15207
Position Type:
Short Term Contract-Non-teaching
Date Posted:
2/23/2026
Location:
Various Locations
Behavior Tech - KCU
SUMMARY:
Work closely with the Special Education Leader to identify, review, and create learning supports
and plans for students who benefit from receiving individualized learning and/or behavior
support. This individual will work closely with Lead Teachers at a site on the implementation of
those plans by coaching and modeling as needed. The implementation fidelity of the plans will
also be monitored by this individual.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
Working with students who receive individualized learning and behavior support.
Coaching and modeling the implementation of individualized plans with prevention and
response strategy components.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
Safety Care certification required
COMPENSATION:
$20/hr
SUMMER PROGRAM:
Program: June 15 - July 31 (no classes on June 19th,July 3rd and July 6th)
Mandatory Training: June 11-12 (8-12)
Student hours will be 8:00 - 12:00
Behavior Technician hours are 7:45-12:15 PM.
SITES:
Trailside Elementary
West Willow Elementary
Nixon Elementary
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Communicate individualized learning and behavior plans to staff as appropriate.
Support with initial implementation of behavior plans which includes, creating supports,
coaching, and modeling for those who work with the student. Monitor the implementation fidelity
of plans. Use de-escalation strategies in response to a crisis situation. Build positive
relationships with students, staff, and families. Frequent check-ins throughout the day to
classrooms to provide positive feedback and support. Manage time appropriately. Maintain
appropriate records and protect the confidentiality of data. Communicate well both orally and in
writing. Reports to work as scheduled on a regular and reliable basis. Other duties as assigned.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty
satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or
ability required. Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions.
LANGUAGE SKILLS:
Ability to read, analyze, interpret, and implement ideas contained in technical documents,
assessment data, professional journals and regulations. Ability to effectively write reports and
communications to students, colleagues, parents and staff. Ability to effectively presentinformation orally and respond to questions from administrators, teachers, staff and students.
Ability to assist students in the areas of language and literacy.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:
Ability to perform basic mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication,
division, percentages, decimals and fractions. Ability to assist students in implementing these
mathematical concepts.
REASONING ABILITY:
Ability to solve problems effectively. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in
written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
REQUIRED DISPOSITIONS:
Believes that all children can attain high levels of learning.
Takes responsibility for the learning of our children and his/her own performance.
Possesses the knowledge and skills to build effective educational experiences that benefit all
children.
- Applies the principles of continuous improvement through the use of quality tools and
processes.
Functions as an effective member of the educational/school team.
Won't shy from today's educational challenges.
Utilizes effective interpersonal skills.
Has a track record of success.
Works with great integrity.
OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES:
Ability to apply knowledge of current research as it relates to the support of the Educational
Goals of the District. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with
students, staff and the school community. Ability to speak clearly and concisely both in oral and
written communication. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and
Board of Education policies.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an
employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use
hands and fingers to handle and/or feel objects, tools or controls; talk and hear. The employee
frequently must squat, stoop or kneel, reach above the head and forward 0 -24 inches and on
occasion up to 36 inches. The employee continuously uses hand strength to grasp items. The
employee will frequently bend or twist at the neck and trunk more than the average person while
performing the duties of this job. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
0 - 12 feet and occasionally up to 20 feet, such as curriculum materials, desks, chairs, and
boxes. The employee will sometimes push/pull items such as tables and carts. Specific vision
abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision and the ability to adjust focus while
supervising students and working with computers, written materials, reports, assessment data,
etc.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations
may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. The position requires the commitment
of professional working hours that may require the employee to extend beyond a typical 7:45-
12:15 workday. The employee will frequently work in different areas of the classroom including
in/at desks, on or near the floor, standing, in movement while supervising indoor and outdoor
activities, etc. The employee will usually work in indoor temperatures but will work outdoors or
when supervising students outside of the classroom.
The information contained in this job description is in compliance with the Americans with
Disabilities Act (A.D.A) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position.
Additional duties are performed by the individual holding this position and additional duties may
be assigned.
The Cedar Rapids Community School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The district
does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, gender, national origin, religion, age,
marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, or disability.
Contact:
Leicha Scranton
KCU Program Director
lscranton@crschools.us