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Board approves revised paraprofessional pay schedule; district to add RBT training and limited RBT hires
Summary
Trustees approved a revised salary schedule for paraprofessionals and discussed adding Registered Behavioral Technician (RBT) capacity by training existing paraprofessionals and hiring a small number of RBT‑trained staff; board asked for the placement decision process and rubrics to be provided in writing.
The Aurora City Board voted to approve a revised salary schedule for paraprofessionals and discussed how the district will staff Registered Behavioral Technician (RBT) needs.
Administrators said the district plans to train existing paraprofessionals and hire a small number of RBTs to support students with behavioral challenges. During discussion trustees sought details on how RBT assignments will be made and requested a rubric or committee process to ensure the district evaluates need before adding staff. Administration agreed to provide the committee with a written process and the rubric in Friday's board notes.
Trustees also discussed the balance between supporting students with behavioral needs and minimizing disruption to general‑education classrooms; one trustee emphasized careful monitoring to avoid shifting resources in a way that harms other students.
The transcript alternately referenced hiring "three to four" and "four to five" RBT positions; administration clarified most hires would be current paraprofessionals completing training and that at least one newly hired special‑education teacher is already RBT‑trained and could cover assignments as needed. The board approved the revised paraprofessional salary schedule by roll call.
