Behavioral Specialist in School Setting - Portsmouth, Virginia
Company: Sunbelt Staffing
Location: Portsmouth
Posted on: January 14, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Must have completed Behavior
Specialist / ABA Therapy training and have a minimum 1 years
Behavior Therapy experience. Applicants who do not meet these
qualifications will not be considered. A full-time Registered
Behavior Technician (RBT) position is available to provide direct
support to an elementary school student exhibiting aggressive
behaviors in the Virginia Beach area. This role involves working
one-on-one with the student, implementing behavior intervention
plans, and collaborating closely with the special education
teacher. Location: Virginia Beach Area Deep Creek Central
Elementary School Position Type: Contract, Full-Time (37 hours per
week) Start Date: Immediate through June 16, 2026 Setting:
Elementary School Caseload: One 1:1 student support Key
Responsibilities: Assist in implementing the students Behavior
Intervention Plan (BIP) and related behavior supports. Collect data
on behavior and academic progress consistently. Escort the student
during transitions to manage difficulties in unstructured settings.
Collaborate directly with the special education teacher to support
instructional goals. Qualifications: Active Registered Behavior
Technician (RBT) licensure required. Experience working with
elementary-age students, preferably with behavioral challenges.
Ability to manage aggressive behaviors with patience and
professionalism. Strong communication skills to work effectively
with teaching staff. BCBA supervision may be provided by the
district. Additional Information: This opening is a backfill for a
current RBT departure with no notice. Position requires working
full-time onsite; no hybrid or remote options available. Candidates
eager to provide compassionate behavioral support to a young
student in an elementary school setting are encouraged to apply
promptly to ensure continuity of care.
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