Behavior Technician​/Education Assistant

Behavior Technician / Education Assistant – School-Based | Rio Rancho, NM

Job Type: Full-Time | School Year Position Location: Rio Rancho, New Mexico

Empowering Students, Enriching Futures!

Are you an experienced Education Assistant or Behavior Technician ready to make a real difference in students' lives? We're hiring a School-Based Behavior Technician / Education Assistant in Rio Rancho, NM
, and we're looking for someone who already knows what it takes to support students with diverse behavioral and learning needs. As part of our team, you won't just have a job — you'll have a purpose. We match our employees with roles that fit their passion and skills, so they can thrive while helping students do the same.

• Provide direct, one-on-one and small-group behavior support to students under an individualized behavior intervention plan (BIP)
• Partner with classroom teachers, BCBAs, and the school's special education team to implement behavior and learning supports
• Reinforce instruction, assist with academic tasks, and help students build independence, self-regulation, and confidence
• Support students with daily routines, transitions, and social-emotional needs
• Collect and document behavioral data, and communicate observations to the classroom teacher and care team
• Help create a safe, structured, and encouraging classroom environment

• High school diploma or GED (or equivalent)
• New Mexico Level III Education Assistant certification — or 3+ years of experience as an Education Assistant
  , with willingness to complete Level III certification requirements
• Completion of a 40-hour Behavior Technician training course
  , or minimum 6 months of ABA/behavior experience (don't have the BT course yet? No problem — it's free and we'll help you get it done quickly!)
• Demonstrated ability to support instruction, student supervision, classroom management, and diverse learners
• Strong communication, patience, and collaboration skills
• A genuine passion for supporting students with behavioral and learning needs

• Competitive pay, benefits, and Health & Wellness stipends that let you enjoy life inside and outside of school
• 401(k) Plan – secure your future with our retirement savings plan
• Certification Support – need help completing your 40-hour BT course or Level III EA certification? We'll help guide you through the process
• Online Resources – access approved webinars, therapy ideas, and free CEUs
• Referral Program – refer your friends and help them join our amazing team
• Responsive and Supportive Clinical Leadership – guidance and resources to help you succeed in your role
• Meaningful Professional Development – engage in interactive opportunities designed to grow your career
• Exclusive Access to Premium Content – advanced tools and resources to support high-quality service delivery

At The Stepping Stones Group, we are all about making a difference — one student at a time. We believe every child deserves the best support for their behavioral, academic, and social-emotional growth, and experienced Education Assistants and Behavior Technicians like you are what makes that possible. As a national leader in school-based staffing, we connect skilled professionals with districts that need them most, backed by a team that genuinely supports your growth.