Behavioral Aide

Paraprofessional

Paraprofessional Hourly Rate: $20.00 – $25.00 per hour Location: Monterey, California; Onsite – School Setting

Position Summary

As a Paraprofessional, you will provide classroom, behavioral, and personal support services to students across various grade levels within a school setting. This role supports both academic instruction and daily student needs while collaborating closely with teachers, staff, and support teams to maintain a safe and productive learning environment. Responsibilities may vary based on student age, classroom placement, and individualized student needs. At RCM Healthcare Services, we're passionate about connecting talented professionals with the right opportunities – join our network and be supported every step of the way.

Responsibilities

Schedule / Shift

• Shift details: School-day schedule, Monday–Friday
• Hours per week: Full-time and part-time opportunities available
• Contract length: School year, subject to district staffing needs

Key Duties

• Assist classroom teachers with instructional activities for individual students and small groups
• Reinforce lessons, classroom routines, and academic concepts in core subject areas
• Support students with toileting, diapering, feeding, hygiene, mobility, and other daily living tasks as needed
• Supervise students in classrooms, hallways, cafeterias, playgrounds, and during arrival and dismissal
• Collect and document student data under the supervision of a BCBA when required by the district
• Prepare classroom materials, perform light clerical duties, and support overall classroom organization
• Collaborate with teachers, school staff, and support teams to promote student success and safety
• Participate in trainings, meetings, and additional duties as assigned

Requirements

Education

• Required: High School Diploma or GED
• Preferred: Must meet one of the following:
  • Associate's degree or higher
  • Completion of 48 semester units from an accredited college or university
  • Passing score on the California Paraprofessional Exam (ParaPro Assessment)

Licenses & Certifications

• Required: Ability to pass background check and meet district employment requirements

Skills

• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers and school staff in a classroom environment
• Strong communication skills, reliability, and a student-centered approach
• Comfortable providing toileting, diapering, and other personal care support to students
• Physical ability to assist with lifting, mobility support, and extended periods of standing or movement

Benefits

Per Diem / Temporary (Hourly) Roles

• Comprehensive benefits that include medical, dental, and vision
• Company-paid Basic Life/AD&D and Long-Term Disability for employees working 30+ hours/week
• Paid sick leave may be available based on hours worked and state laws
• Benefit offerings are subject to legal requirements, eligibility status, and work location
• Employees 21+ can participate in the 401(k) Savings Plan

About Us

RCM Healthcare Services works with professionals across schools, healthcare, and community-based settings nationwide. We support both contract and direct hire opportunities, connecting people early in their careers and experienced professionals to roles that align with their experience and preferences.

With more than 50 years of staffing experience, our team understands the environments you're stepping into and what it takes to be successful in them. We stay closely involved from first conversation through placement, with consistent communication, a reliable point of contact, and follow-through at every step. We're committed to caring for the professionals we work with and the communities they support, and offer competitive pay and benefits designed to support your well-being.

RCM Healthcare Services is Joint Commission certified, reflecting a commitment to quality, compliance, and a consistent experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity & Reasonable Accommodation

RCM Technologies is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state laws. If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for or perform this role, please contact us and we will engage in an interactive process to support your needs.

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