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Registered Behavior Technician jobs are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with degrees in psychology, education, or applied behavior analysis. Most RBT roles require an active RBT credential through the BACB, which you can obtain before or during your OPT period. STEM OPT extension does not apply to this field.
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Get Access To All JobsApplications will be received until May 18, 2026. If the position is not filled by then, we may consider applications submitted after the deadline. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting the Denver Public Schools job board at careers.dpsk12.org.
About this job:
The RBT (Registered Behavior Technician) provides observation, coaching, modeling and training, on a referral basis, to school teams who request support with individual students who exhibit behaviors that interfere with their learning or the learning of others. Collaborates as part of a multidisciplinary Behavior Team and partners with building-based school social workers and school psychologists, special educators, school administrators, paraprofessionals and other central office staff in the development and implementation of data-driven, evidence-based positive behavior interventions and supports. The goal of these supports is to develop adults’ prevention, intervention and reinforcement skills to promote students’ positive behaviors. Works under the guidance of someone who is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst.
What DPS Offers You:
A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives.
- Salary Range: $24.769 - $29.723 per hour. Click here for more information on compensation for these roles.
- In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off, health and wellness benefits, and PERA Retirement. For more information visit our New Employee Resources.
What You'll Do:
In collaboration with district Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs), school social workers/psychologists, Behavior Intervention Specialists, and other special educators and school administrators, supports and coaches building staff in evaluating, implementing, and monitoring specially designed instruction based on evidence-based behavioral interventions and accommodations.
- Delivers direct Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services to support students with disabilities requiring ABA as part of their IEP or 504 plan.
- Implements district-based data collection systems.
- Attends relevant in-service training and required meetings.
- Collaborates with team members to develop and deliver monthly training sessions for school staff and special education team members.
- May also conduct direct Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) assessments to support students with disabilities requiring ABA as part of their IEP or 504 plan.
- Support and coach building staff in evaluating, implementing, and monitoring specially designed instruction based on evidence-based behavioral interventions and accommodations, in collaboration with district Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs), school social workers/psychologists, Behavior Intervention Specialists, and other special educators and school administrators.
- Deliver.
- Implement district-based data collection systems.
- Attend relevant in-service training and required meetings.
- Other duties as assigned.
What You’ll Need:
- Have a High School Diploma / GED - Required.
- Bachelor's Degree in Education, Behavior (ABA), Special Education, Child Development, Psychology or related field, OR 1 - 3 years of related experience.
- Current Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Certification is required.
- 1+ years of related experience is required.
- The ability to take responsibility for one’s own performance.
- Effective communication skills.
- Effectively handle multiple demands and competing deadlines.
- Strong attention to detail.
- High degree of integrity in handling confidential information.
- Ability to work in a multi-ethnic and multi-cultural environment with district and school leaders, faculty, staff and students.
- Work collaboratively with others on a team.
- Aptitude for variety and changing expectations and fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in oral and written communication skills.
- Computer proficiency.
- Effective skills in time and people management.
- Effective skills in conflict resolution.
- Understanding of, and sensitivity to, various cultures and issues.
- Respect of confidentiality and integrity to students as a district official.
- Ability to be flexible with schedule and working.
- Ability to travel among school locations.
- Valid Colorado drivers license and car with appropriate insurance is preferred.
- Bilingual in Spanish is preferred.
- Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education.
- Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us.
- Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.
Denver Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.
Students First. Integrity. Equity. Collaboration. Accountability. Fun.
Applications will be received until May 18, 2026. If the position is not filled by then, we may consider applications submitted after the deadline. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting the Denver Public Schools job board at careers.dpsk12.org.
About this job:
The RBT (Registered Behavior Technician) provides observation, coaching, modeling and training, on a referral basis, to school teams who request support with individual students who exhibit behaviors that interfere with their learning or the learning of others. Collaborates as part of a multidisciplinary Behavior Team and partners with building-based school social workers and school psychologists, special educators, school administrators, paraprofessionals and other central office staff in the development and implementation of data-driven, evidence-based positive behavior interventions and supports. The goal of these supports is to develop adults’ prevention, intervention and reinforcement skills to promote students’ positive behaviors. Works under the guidance of someone who is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst.
What DPS Offers You:
A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives.
- Salary Range: $24.769 - $29.723 per hour. Click here for more information on compensation for these roles.
- In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off, health and wellness benefits, and PERA Retirement. For more information visit our New Employee Resources.
What You'll Do:
In collaboration with district Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs), school social workers/psychologists, Behavior Intervention Specialists, and other special educators and school administrators, supports and coaches building staff in evaluating, implementing, and monitoring specially designed instruction based on evidence-based behavioral interventions and accommodations.
- Delivers direct Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services to support students with disabilities requiring ABA as part of their IEP or 504 plan.
- Implements district-based data collection systems.
- Attends relevant in-service training and required meetings.
- Collaborates with team members to develop and deliver monthly training sessions for school staff and special education team members.
- May also conduct direct Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) assessments to support students with disabilities requiring ABA as part of their IEP or 504 plan.
- Support and coach building staff in evaluating, implementing, and monitoring specially designed instruction based on evidence-based behavioral interventions and accommodations, in collaboration with district Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs), school social workers/psychologists, Behavior Intervention Specialists, and other special educators and school administrators.
- Deliver.
- Implement district-based data collection systems.
- Attend relevant in-service training and required meetings.
- Other duties as assigned.
What You’ll Need:
- Have a High School Diploma / GED - Required.
- Bachelor's Degree in Education, Behavior (ABA), Special Education, Child Development, Psychology or related field, OR 1 - 3 years of related experience.
- Current Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Certification is required.
- 1+ years of related experience is required.
- The ability to take responsibility for one’s own performance.
- Effective communication skills.
- Effectively handle multiple demands and competing deadlines.
- Strong attention to detail.
- High degree of integrity in handling confidential information.
- Ability to work in a multi-ethnic and multi-cultural environment with district and school leaders, faculty, staff and students.
- Work collaboratively with others on a team.
- Aptitude for variety and changing expectations and fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in oral and written communication skills.
- Computer proficiency.
- Effective skills in time and people management.
- Effective skills in conflict resolution.
- Understanding of, and sensitivity to, various cultures and issues.
- Respect of confidentiality and integrity to students as a district official.
- Ability to be flexible with schedule and working.
- Ability to travel among school locations.
- Valid Colorado drivers license and car with appropriate insurance is preferred.
- Bilingual in Spanish is preferred.
- Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education.
- Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us.
- Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.
Denver Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.
Students First. Integrity. Equity. Collaboration. Accountability. Fun.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Registered Behavior Technician
Earn your RBT credential before your OPT starts
The BACB's RBT credential requires 40 hours of supervised training and a competency assessment. Completing this before your OPT authorization begins means you can start working immediately without delays from credentialing requirements holding up your first paycheck.
Target employers with existing H-1B sponsorship history
Large ABA therapy providers and healthcare networks are more likely to sponsor visa transitions after OPT than small private practices. Search OFLC disclosure data to identify which ABA employers have filed H-1B visa petitions for behavior technician or behavior analyst roles previously.
Clarify your OPT authorization timeline upfront
RBT hiring managers often don't understand OPT work authorization. Be direct: explain your EAD end date, that no employer petition is needed during OPT, and that H-1B sponsorship would only become relevant after your authorization period ends. Clarity removes hesitation.
Position yourself toward BCBA supervision roles
Employers are more likely to sponsor visa transitions for BCBAs than RBTs. Use your OPT period to accumulate supervised fieldwork hours toward BCBA eligibility. Demonstrating a clear path to licensure signals long-term value and makes sponsorship conversations easier later.
Focus on school districts and nonprofit providers
School districts and nonprofit ABA organizations frequently hire RBTs and often have established HR processes for work authorization. These employers tend to offer more structured onboarding and are more accustomed to navigating employment documentation than smaller private clinics.
Apply during peak hiring cycles in the ABA field
ABA therapy hiring increases significantly in late summer ahead of the school year and in January with new insurance cycles. Timing your applications to these windows increases the pool of active openings and reduces competition from candidates who apply off-cycle throughout the year.
Registered Behavior Technician OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Registered Behavior Technician on OPT?
Yes. Working as an RBT on OPT is straightforward as long as your job is directly related to your degree field, typically psychology, education, or applied behavior analysis. Your EAD card is all the employer needs to verify work authorization. No employer petition or sponsorship is required during your OPT period.
Does RBT work qualify as a STEM OPT extension?
No. Registered Behavior Technician roles fall under psychology and behavioral health, not a STEM-designated field of study. If your degree is in psychology or education, STEM OPT extension does not apply. Students with degrees in data science or neuroscience applied to behavior analysis should verify their specific CIP code with their DSO before assuming STEM eligibility.
Where can I find RBT jobs that are open to OPT students?
Migrate Mate is the best place to find RBT and ABA therapy jobs actively open to F-1 OPT candidates. Many general job boards don't filter for visa work authorization, so you waste time applying to roles that won't consider OPT students. Migrate Mate surfaces employers who have sponsored work visas before and are open to candidates on work authorization.
Do I need my RBT credential before applying for OPT jobs in this field?
Most employers require an active RBT credential from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board before your start date, not before you apply. You can apply while completing your 40-hour training requirement. That said, having your credential in hand before applications go out makes you significantly more competitive and removes a common reason for rejection.
Can an RBT job lead to H-1B sponsorship after OPT ends?
It depends on the employer and your career trajectory. RBT roles alone are generally not classified as specialty occupations required for H-1B eligibility, but BCBA and behavior analyst positions typically are. Using your OPT period to accumulate supervised fieldwork hours toward BCBA certification puts you in a much stronger position to negotiate sponsorship when your authorization nears its end date.