Behavior Specialist - Hiring for the 2026-2027 School Year!

Limited Positions - Apply Now & Secure Your Classroom Role Before Summer Break Ends!
The end of the school year is the ideal time to step into a rewarding education role. We’re actively hiring paraprofessionals and support staff to assist special education students. Please note we are actively recruiting for 2026/2027 roles, starting upon the launch of the new school year. We are reserving roles in a first-come first-serve manner, so apply now to get your foot in the door and secure your next role before the first day of school!

About Zen Educate
Zen Educate is tackling the educator shortage by helping schools connect with passionate teaching assistants and paraprofessionals. We’re proud to support both schools and staff by creating smart, fast matches that benefit students and communities alike.

As a Behavior Specialist 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.

Key Responsibilities:

• Respond to and Manage Aggressive Behaviors: Safely manage and de-escalate aggressive outbursts. Implement physical and verbal de-escalation techniques as trained.
• Implement Intensive Behavior Intervention (IBI): Administer one-to-one IBI programs in both school and home settings, specifically designed to address and reduce aggressive behaviors.
• Data Collection: Accurately collect and record behavioral charting data and anecdotal notes, with a focus on documenting triggers, antecedents, and consequences of aggressive episodes.
• Provide Instructional Support: Assist a teacher in providing instruction to individuals or small groups, using positive reinforcement and redirection to help students engage in learning activities.
• Ensure Safety: Immediately report and respond to any aggressive behavior that threatens the safety of the student or others. Assure the health and safety of all individuals by following established protocols.
• Personal Care: Assist students with personal hygiene needs, which may include managing behaviors during activities like toileting or feeding.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma
• ABA training or at least 1 year of behavior tech/interventionist experience or RBT certification
• Experience with elopement, nonverbal and/or aggressive behaviors
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to stay calm and patient in challenging situations
• English proficiency
• U.S. work authorization (Zen Educate cannot provide sponsorship for an employment visa or relocation assistance at this time)
• Candidates must be 18 years or older to apply

Physical Requirements:

• Comfortable being on your feet and moving around the classroom throughout the day
• Able to lift up to 20 lbs and safely assist students when needed (kneeling, bending, quick response)
• Additional physical requirements may be requested during your application process

Preferred Qualifications:

• 48 college credits
• Training in CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) or Pro-Act (Professional Assault Crisis Training) is highly desirable
• Two years of experience working with children, preferably in a setting with students who have significant behavioral challenges.
• CPR and First Aid

Salary
Pay: $22 - $24 per hour
Schedule: Monday to Friday, within hours of 7:30 am - 3:00/4:30 pm (no weekend work).
25-30 hours per week for full time roles

Benefits:

• Weekly pay
• Paid Sick Leave
• 401K (certain eligibility criteria)

-Join our training sessions and professional development opportunities to stay updated on the latest in special education and behavioral support."

Ready to shape the future of learning? Apply today and help every student reach their full potential

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