Behavior Technician - Childcare Experience Welcome

Don't Wait for Fall - Join Our Classroom Team Today!

We're hiring now! Zen Educate is looking for Para Educators. If you're passionate about supporting students with special needs and want a role where you can make a real impact, this could be your next step.

At Zen Educate, we make it easier for educators to find roles that truly fit. We connect you with schools that match your experience, preferences, and goals, so you can focus on teaching, not job searching. By partnering closely with schools and districts, we create better matches, offer fair pay, and support you throughout your journey, helping you build a career that works for you.

Join us as a Paraprofessional and become a cornerstone of the educational team, where your efforts in assisting students and teachers contribute directly to a thriving and supportive learning community.

• 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.

• 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
• 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

• 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

• 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

Pay: $25 - $26 per hour, paid weekly.

Schedule:

Monday to Friday, within hours of 7:30 am - 3:00/4:30 pm (no weekend work).

• Weekly pay
• 401K (certain eligibility criteria)
• Join our training sessions and professional development opportunities to stay updated on the latest in special education and behavioral support.

Don't wait, start your journey in education now, connect with a recruiter to find your perfect role.