Experienced Behavior Therapist | Para Educator - School (MALE Preferred)

ABA Therapy Partners; Phelan (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

ABA Therapy Partners in California is seeking a Behavioral Therapist/Paraeducator to support special education students with academic work and behavior modification.

You will provide classroom assistance, monitor student progress, and help prepare daily educational materials while maintaining a safe, engaging learning environment. Collaboration with teachers is essential for student success.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Paraeducator or similar role in education.
• Strong verbal and written communication with students and staff.
• Excellent interpersonal and social skills for teamwork.
• Ability to present information and report on student progress.
• Aptitude for managing and guiding children in classroom settings.
• Relevant paraeducator training or certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide clerical and administrative support to teachers and professionals.
• Carry out additional tasks as required of the job.
• Monitor and manage children, particularly those with specific needs.
• Prepare educational materials and instructions for daily programs.
• Ensure a clean and safe classroom at all times.

Skills

Paraeducator experience

Verbal & written comms

Interpersonal skills

Presentation & reporting

Child management

Paraeducator certification

Job description

Job description:

We believe in the power of a talented group of people with the intention to make a difference, focused on achieving a common goal, and breaking down barriers to make it happen. The core of our business – and our differentiation - is our team-centric culture and our cutting edge operations. We support our clinicians with the best culture and tools, allowing them to do their work efficiently and with joy. This results in better continuity of care and long-term results.

We are looking for a Behavioral Therapist/Paraeducator to join our team and work with special education students to provide additional support and guidance to help students understand the academic work and undergo behavior modifications.

Paraeducator responsibilities include providing administrative support to teachers, monitoring a child’s development, and preparing education materials for daily programs.

Ultimately, you will work with special education students to help them understand their classroom lessons.

Responsibilities

• Provide clerical and administrative support to teachers and professionals
• Carry out additional tasks as required of the job
• Monitor and manage children, particularly those with specific needs
• Prepare educational materials and instructions for daily programs
• Ensure a clean and safe classroom at all times

Requirements and skills

• Proven work experience as a Paraeducator or similar role
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Great interpersonal and social skills
• Strong presentation and reporting skills
• Excellent in handling and managing children
• Relevant training and/or certifications as a Paraeducator