About Job

Limited Positions - Now hiring for the 2025–2026 school year.
We are hiring full-time Behavior Technicians (TAs) for the 2025–2026 school year to support K–12 students with special needs. If you have experience in behavior management and a desire to help students succeed, this role offers a chance to make a daily impact.

Connect with our team today to learn more about this school-based opportunity!

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 the classroom teacher to maintain a safe learning environment
Provide one-on-one or small group assistance to students with special needs, reinforcing lessons and implementing IEPs to achieve goals
Assist in compiling classroom communications including supporting with differentiation for different children’s needs
Assist with classroom management, redirecting behavior, and implementing behavior management plans
Facilitate interactions between students with disabilities and their peers, teaching and modeling strategies for positive interaction
Use a variety of learning methods to enhance the student learning experiences and support them as needed
Support with personal care or hygiene as needed, including toileting, feeding, and dressing

Qualifications

60 credits or an Associate's Degree
Experience working with children with special educational needs
Experience working with personal care
Passion for working within special education
U.S. work authorization (Zen Educate cannot provide sponsorship for an employment visa or relocation assistance at this time)
Applicants must be professionally proficient in English

Preferred Qualifications

Past work experience in a school
CPR and First Aid
CPI Training

Compensation & Benefits
Pay: $22 - $26 per hour, paid weekly.
Schedule: Monday to Friday, within hours of 7:30 am - 3:00/4:30 pm (no weekend work).

Benefits:

Weekly pay
Paid Sick Leave
401K (certain eligibility criteria)

Ready to get started? Connect with a recruiter today to explore open opportunities.

About Zen
Zen Educate is tackling the educator shortage by helping schools connect with passionate teaching assistants and paraprofessionals. We’re proud to support both schools and staff by creating smart, fast matches that benefit students and communities alike.

Why Zen
Your next school opportunity is just a few simple steps away. Zen Educate streamlines your job search, linking you to the right schools quickly and efficiently through a clear and straightforward process, minimizing the usual stress.

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