- Salary
- $22 – $28/hr
- Location
- Martinez, California
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Education
- Education
- High School
- Clearance
- Not required
- Source
- BetterTeam
Description
School-Based Special Education Paraprofessional.
Building Connections Academy - Martinez, CA.
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.
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.
- Minimum Availability: Monday to Friday from 10:00AM to 2:00PM.
- 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.
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.
Apply today and start making a difference in the lives of our amazing students!