Behavior Specialist, School Services

Jobtailor; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in San Francisco, CA is seeking an energetic caregiver to support children with special needs in homes, centers, and community settings. You will follow personalized plans designed by clinical leaders, engage children through play and evidence-based strategies, and celebrate small wins that lead to meaningful growth.

The role offers flexibility and varied daily activities in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or GED.
• At least 6 months' experience working with special needs in a school or related setting preferred.
• Current CPR certification preferred.
• Proof of vaccinations (MMR, Varicella, COVID – CA mandated).
• Reliable transportation.
• Comfort working with diverse populations.
• Willingness to complete training and documentation.
• Ability to frequently sit and stand; keeping pace with your client.

Responsibilities

• Engage children through play and evidence-based strategies to build communication, social, and life skills.
• Follow personalized plans designed by clinical leaders.
• Bring energy and compassion to each session in multiple settings.
• Adapt to diverse environments while maintaining a client-focused approach.

Skills

Energy

Compassion

Flexibility

Experience With Special Needs

Diverse Populations

Education

H.S. Diploma or GED

Job description

• Use play, games, and evidence-based strategies to help kids build communication, social, and life skills in a school environment.
• Bring energy and compassion to each session — whether it’s at a child’s home, one of our centers, or out in the community.
• Follow personalized plans designed by our clinical leaders while celebrating small wins that lead to big growth.
• Thrive in a flexible, on-the-go role where no two days look the same.

Requirements

• H.S. Diploma or GED
• At least 6 months' experience working with special needs in a school or related setting preferred.
• Current CPR certification preferred
• Proof of vaccinations (MMR, Varicella, COVID – CA mandated)
• Reliable transportation
• Comfort working with diverse populations
• Willingness to complete training and documentation
• Ability to frequently sit and stand; keeping pace with your client

Core Competencies

Demonstrates the ability to engage children through play and evidence-based strategies to enhance communication, social, and life skills. Capable of following personalized plans and adapting to diverse environments while maintaining a compassionate approach.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Experience With Special Needs
• Current CPR Certification
• H.S. Diploma Or GED
• Reliable Transportation
• Comfort Working With Diverse Populations

ATS Optimization Keywords

Soft Skills

• Energy
• Compassion
• Flexibility

Certifications & Qualifications

• CPR Certification

Industry Keywords

• Evidence-Based Strategies
• Communication Skills
• Social Skills
• Life Skills
• Personalized Plans
• Training And Documentation
• Vaccination Proof
• School Environment
• Special Needs
• Diverse Populations