Behavior Technician - School Setting

Whether you’ve worked as a Behavior Technician, Behavioral Specialist, Behaviour Therapist, or Behavior Interventionist, the skills you use every day are exactly what SPED classrooms need. Building rapport, supporting individuals with complex needs, implementing behavior intervention plans, de-escalating challenging situations, and applying therapeutic or behavioral strategies are all highly transferable to school settings. These paraprofessional roles in SPED Classrooms are a natural next step if you want to continue making a real impact, with predictable school-day hours, a structured environment, weekly pay, and W-2 employment. You’ll support students with a range of special education needs, including mild, moderate, and severe needs, while using the experience you’ve already built in a new and meaningful setting. If you’re passionate about supporting students with special needs and want a role where your skills can make a daily difference, this could be your next step.

By partnering closely with schools and districts, we create better matches, offer fair pay, and support you throughout your journey, helping you build a career that works for you. As a Behavior Technician (TA) in a school setting, you will play a crucial role in supporting students with special needs by assisting the classroom teacher. Your focus will be on implementing behavior management plans, redirecting challenging behaviors, facilitating social interactions, and providing one-on-one or small group assistance to help students meet their IEP goals within a structured learning environment. Assist licensed staff in the classroom by helping implement academic adaptations and individualized education plans (IEPs). - A passing score on the Paraeducator Assessment (65% or higher on the Instructional Support test and 70% or higher on the Knowledge and Application test) - Language & Authorization: - Professional proficiency in English. - Work Authorization (Zen Educate cannot provide sponsorship for an employment visa or relocation assistance). Prior experience working with children in a structured setting is an asset. - Prior experience, personal or professional, assisting people with special needs or disabilities. Additional physical requirements may be requested during your application process

Preferred Qualifications - Behavioral Technician or PCA experience working with children is an asset. - Past work experience in a school setting with children with special needs is an asset. Pay: $20 - $21 per hour, paid weekly. (Pay: $22 - $23 per hour, paid weekly. (Schedule: Monday to Friday, within hours of 7:30 am - 3:00/4:30 pm (no weekend work). Weekly pay by direct deposit, with paper check available on request - Professional development, including in-app training, paid role-specific certifications where applicable, and additional development opportunities depending on role and location - Paid sick leave in accordance with applicable state and local law - Medical, dental, and vision insurance available when eligibility requirements are met, which includes working more than 1,560 hours in a 12 month period. - 401(k) retirement plan with no employer match available when eligibility requirements are met, which includes working more than 1,000 hours in a 12 month period or more than 500 hours/year in a 24 month period.