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Behavior Technician - School Setting

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Zen Educate US

El Cajon, CA (In Person)

$48,360 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 2 weeks ago (Updated 1 week ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/15/2026

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Behavior Technician
  • School Setting Zen Educate US
  • 3.9 El Cajon, CA Job Details Part-time | Full-time $22.00
  • $24.
50 an hour 6 days ago Benefits 401(k) Qualifications Working with individuals with disabilities English High school diploma or GED Full Job Description Your Behavior Technician experience transfers directly into this role. Your skills in behavioral support, implementing behavior intervention plans, de-escalation, and working with individuals with complex needs are exactly what SPED classrooms need. This role is a natural next step that lets you continue the work you do every day, with school-day hours, weekly pay, and W-2 employment. Launch Your Career in Education This Spring As the school year wraps up, there's no better time to jumpstart your journey in education. We're hiring paraprofessionals and classroom support staff to work with K-12 special education students. While the current school year concludes in early June, joining our team now is a great way to showcase your skills and opens up the strong possibility of securing a position for the next academic year! About Zen Educate Zen Educate makes finding your perfect role in education easier! We are a company dedicated to matching you to your ideal education position based on your preferences and getting you into a school you love! We pride ourselves on providing continuous, personalized support throughout your application process. We are a company ready to make a difference in education and support the current educator shortage. In this critical SPED Behavior Technician (TA) position, you'll play a key role in helping students manage challenging behaviors, develop social skills, and achieve greater academic engagement by consistently applying individualized behavior support plans. 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 Don't wait
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Ref:
#HCSDTAZA-Jun26
Pay:
$22.00
  • $24.
50 per hour
Work Location:
In person