Paraeducator

Paraeducator – Mod/Severe, In Person, Full Time

Hourly Rate: $25.00 – $27.00 per hour Location: Redwood City / East Palo Alto, California Onsite Position – School-Based Services Only

Position Summary

RCM is seeking compassionate and dedicated Paraeducators to provide in-person support services to students within the Redwood City and East Palo Alto area. This is a full-time W2 contract opportunity supporting students during school hours in a school-based setting. Reporting to the school leader and working under the direction of the Education Specialist or other certificated employee, the Paraeducator will provide academic, behavioral, and social-emotional support to students in special education and general education environments. The Paraeducator plays a key role in supporting student learning, independence, and access to the educational environment.

Responsibilities

Schedule / Shift

• Full-time, school-year schedule
• Follows the academic calendar
• In-person services at the assigned school location only

Key Duties

• Work with students individually or in small groups to reinforce instructional activities and support academic progress
• Assist with the implementation of behavior intervention plans using approved strategies and positive reinforcement techniques
• Support students with social interactions and encourage positive peer relationships
• Provide emotional support, guidance, and model appropriate behaviors and attitudes
• Assist students during field trips, school assemblies, and other school activities
• Provide testing accommodations including separate setting supervision and extended testing support
• Maintain accurate student progress records, behavior logs, and data trackers
• Assist in maintaining a clean, safe, and supportive classroom environment
• Support students with personal care needs including toileting, feeding, dressing, grooming, and other self-help skills as needed
• Report suspected health concerns to appropriate school personnel
• Maintain confidentiality of student records and information in accordance with legal requirements
• Assist with classroom instruction during temporary absences of the Education Specialist
• Attend IEP meetings, parent-teacher conferences, and Student Study Team meetings as requested
• Maintain consistent and punctual attendance during school work hours
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Requirements

Education

• Required:
  • Completion of at least two years of study at an institution of higher education (minimum 48 semester hours or equivalent), OR
  • Associate degree or higher, OR
  • Successful completion of the CBEST or local assessment of knowledge and skills in assisting instruction

Experience

• Paid or volunteer experience working with individuals with autism and/or behavioral deficits preferred

Skills

• Ability to support students with academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs
• Strong communication, collaboration, and documentation skills
• Ability to maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and follow school procedures
• Experience working in educational or special education settings preferred

Benefits

RCM Technologies offers a wide array of comprehensive benefit programs and services, including medical, dental, and vision, as well as company-paid Basic Life/AD&D and Core Long-Term Disability to benefits-eligible employees working at least 30 hours per week. Additional benefits may include paid sick leave (accrual based on hours worked and applicable state laws). Benefit offerings are subject to legal requirements, eligibility status, and work location. Employees over the age of 21 are eligible to participate in the 401(k) Savings Plan.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life and Disability insurance
• 401K Flex Spending
• Referral Bonus Program
• Weekly Direct Deposit

About Us

RCM Health Care Services' mission is to provide opportunities for qualified candidates across medical professions. We deliver timely results and have built a reputation of trust with our clients and candidates. Since 1975, we have been providing staffing solutions to many of the finest healthcare institutions across the nation and careers for thousands of candidates. As professional career opportunity matchmakers, we follow up and follow through to help our clients and candidates to reach their career and life goals.

We proudly hold the Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval as well.

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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