FT Paraprofessional - School-Based Special Education (Martinez)

Building Connections Behavioral Health, Inc; Martinez (CA); On-site; USD 63,039,000 - 80,231,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k)

Paid drive time & mileage

Paid sick leave

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Building Connections Academy in Martinez, CA is seeking a School-Based Special Education Paraprofessional to provide 1:1 behavioral and academic support to students with autism and other developmental differences. You'll help students develop communication, social, and life skills in a safe, supportive classroom.

Hours are in-person, Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM, with pay between $22 and $28 per hour based on experience, certification, and education.

Qualifications

• RBT certification required or willingness to obtain within 90 days.
• Experience with children with autism or developmental differences is preferred.
• Ability to translate ABA strategies into classroom support.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 behavioral and educational support in a school setting.
• Implement individualized programs and collect data to track progress.
• Teach communication, social, play, and self-help skills.
• Encourage independence and build positive relationships with students.
• Maintain a safe and engaging classroom environment.

Skills

1:1 behavioral support

academic support

behavioral data collection

communication skills

social skills training

life skills development

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s in related field preferred

Job description

School-Based Special Education Paraprofessional

Building Connections Academy - Martinez, CA

Make an impact every day!

Join a supportive, mission-driven team at Building Connections Academy (a special education nonpublic school with locations in Concord and Martinez, CA), where we help students grow, learn, and build independence.

About the Role:

• Hours: In-person, Monday to Friday, 8:30AM to 3:00PM.
• Pay: $22-$28/HR (based on experience, certification, and education).
• Certification: Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) required or willingness to become certified within 90 days (paid training included!).

As a School-Based Special Education Paraprofessional, you’ll provide 1:1 behavioral and academic support to students with autism and other developmental differences. You’ll help students develop communication, social, and life skills while fostering a safe, supportive, and fun learning environment.

Why You'll Love Working With Us:

• Meaningful, hands-on work helping students reach their potential.
• Support and supervision from Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs).
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Paid drive time & mileage reimbursement.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits (for 30+ hrs/week).
• 401(k), paid sick leave, and referral bonuses.
• Growth opportunities within a collaborative team.

What You’ll Do:

• Provide behavioral and educational support in a school setting.
• Implement individualized programs and collect data to track progress.
• Teach communication, social, play, and self-help skills.
• Encourage independence and build positive relationships with students.
• Maintain a safe and engaging classroom environment.

What We’re Looking For:

• Passion for working with children and helping them succeed.
• RBT certification (or willing to obtain within 90 days).
• High school diploma or equivalent (Bachelor’s in related field preferred).
• Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and auto insurance.
• Required immunizations including MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella), Tdap (Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis), Varicella (Chicken Pox), Hep B, and TB clearance (within 4 years).

About Us:

At Building Connections Academy, we believe every child deserves to be seen, supported, and celebrated. Through hands-on, personalized learning and evidence-based behavioral support, we empower students to build skills for lifelong independence. Learn more at bcaschools.com or bcbhinc.com.