- Salary
- $22 – $28/hr
- Location
- Concord, California
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Education
- Education
- High School
- Source
- BetterTeam
Description
School-Based Special Education Paraprofessional.
Building Connections Academy - Concord, CA.
Building Connections Academy - Concord, CA.
Make an impact every day!
Join a supportive, mission-driven team at Building Connections Academy (a special education nonpublic school with location 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 location 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. Learn more at bcaschools.com or bcbhinc.com.
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.
Apply today and start making a difference in the lives of our amazing students!