Behavior Specialist - School Based

Behavioral Specialists

• your expertise is exactly what SPED classrooms need, and most schools don't know how to find you.

Your experience developing and implementing behavior support plans, conducting assessments, and working with individuals with complex behavioral needs is directly applicable in special education settings. If you're looking for a role with predictable school-day hours and a structured environment where your skills make a daily difference, this is worth exploring. Limited Positions

• Apply Now & Secure Your Classroom Role Before Summer Break!

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. About Zen Educate Zen Educate is a technology-driven platform that connects schools with high-quality educators in a faster, more transparent way. We simplify the hiring process by matching educators to roles that align with their skills, preferences, and availability. By reducing friction for schools and increasing access to opportunities for educators, we're building a more efficient and fair education staffing system. 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. Responsibilities

• Assisting licensed staff in the classroom
• Aid students in meeting their individualized education plan (IEP)
• Maintain a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and de-escalate behaviors
• Work with individuals and/or small groups when activities and assignments are presented
• Provides support for students in crisis
• Utilize a variety of learning methods to enhance the student's learning experiences and support them as needed. Required Qualifications
• High school diploma obtained in the United States
• 6+ months experience supporting people with special needs (in any capacity), ideally child-focused experience
• Applicants must have professional proficiency in English
• US Work Authorization
• Zen Educate cannot provide sponsorship for an employment visa or relocation assistance at this time

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 / Experience
• Experience working in special education, particularly with moderate to severe behaviors
• Experience with personal care tasks, like diapering and toileting
• Experience handling unexpected behaviour, such as hitting and biting
• Comfortable with eloping
• Experience with behaviour strategies and methodologies
• Experience in collecting data and following BI plan
• Associate's degree or higher (obtained in the US or US equivalency check completed)
• Pro-Act training
• Certification in

CPR and First Aid Salary Pay:

$22

• $24.

50 per hour, paid weekly.

Schedule:

Monday to Friday, within hours of 7:30 am

• 3:00/4:30 pm (no weekend work)

Benefits:

• Paid weekly
• 401K (certain eligibility criteria)
• Long-term employment opportunities within the District Ready to get started?

Connect with a recruiter today to feel the difference you can make.

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Pay:

$22.00

• $24.

50 per hour

Work Location:

In person