Behaviour Interventionist - Immediate Start Job at Zen Educate in San Diego Coun

Limited Positions - Now hiring for the 2025–2026 school year. We are hiring full-time Behavior Interventionists (TAs) for the 2025–2026 school year to support students with special needs. If you have experience in behavior management and a desire to help students succeed, this role offers a chance to make a daily impact. In this critical SPED Behavior Interventionist (TA) position, you'll play a key role in helping students manage challenging behaviors, develop social skills, and achieve greater academic engagement by consistently applying individualized behavior support plans. Key Responsibilities: - Behavioral Support: Implement and follow Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) or Individualized Education Plan (IEPs) - Individualized Support: Provide one-on-one or small group support using positive reinforcement and de-escalation strategies to promote self-regulation, social-emotional skills, and engagement. - Classroom Assistance: Collaborate with teachers to maintain a positive, inclusive learning environment and encourage student participation. - Communication: Work closely with teachers, parents, and staff to ensure consistent and effective support for students. - Personal Care: Support with personal care or hygiene as needed, including toileting, feeding, and dressing. - Note taking: Taking notes and recording data on students progress Required Qualifications: - ABA training or at least 10 months of behavior tech/interventionist experience or RBT certification - Experience supporting individuals with Special Educational Needs - Experience with elopement, nonverbal and/or aggressive behaviors - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - Ability to stay calm and patient in challenging situations - English proficiency - U.S. work authorization (Zen Educate cannot provide sponsorship for an employment visa or relocation assistance at this time) - Candidates must be 18 years or older to apply Physical Requirements: - Comfortable being on your feet and moving around the classroom throughout the day - Able to lift up to 20 lbs and safely assist students when needed (kneeling, bending, quick response) - Additional physical requirements may be requested during your application process Preferred Qualifications: - Experience in Special Education, particularly with moderate to severe behaviors, ABA Therapy, Behaviour Technician Experience or AAC Devices - Knowledge of behavioral intervention strategies - CPR and First Aid - ProAct Training Salary Pay: $22- $24.50 per hour Schedule: Monday to Friday, within hours of 7:30 am - 3:00/4:30 pm (no weekend work) Benefits: - Weekly pay - Paid Sick Leave - 401K (certain eligibility criteria) -Join our training sessions and professional development opportunities to stay updated on the latest in special education and behavioral support. Ready to get started? Connect with a recruiter today to explore open opportunities! Why Zen Working with Zen Educate means more than just finding a job, it’s about building a career. We help you find roles that fit your experience today while preparing you for even greater opportunities tomorrow. About Zen Zen Educate helps schools hire dedicated paraprofessionals and teaching assistants, creating smart, timely matches that support students with special education needs and strengthen school communities. Ref: SD-HQ-TA-February2026-203

In Summary: We are hiring full-time Behavior Interventionists (TAs) for the 2025–2026 school year to support students with special needs . If you have experience in behavior management and a desire to help students succeed, this role offers a chance to make a daily impact . You'll play a key role in helping students manage challenging behaviors .

En Español: Posiciones limitadas - Ahora contratación para el año escolar 20252026 . Estamos contratando Intervencionistas de Comportamiento (TA) a tiempo completo para el curso escolar 2025 ??2026 para apoyar a los estudiantes con necesidades especiales. Si usted tiene experiencia en gestión del comportamiento y un deseo de ayudar a los alumnos a tener éxito, esta función ofrece una oportunidad de hacer un impacto diario. En este puesto crítico SPED Intervensionista de Conducto (TA), desempeñará un papel clave en ayudar al estudiante a manejar conductas desafiantes, desarrollar habilidades sociales y lograr mayor compromiso académico mediante la aplicación consistente de planes personales de apoyo al comportamiento. - Tener notas y registrar datos sobre el progreso de los estudiantes Qualificaciones requeridas: - Formación ABA o al menos 10 meses de experiencia en tecnología/intervencionista del comportamiento o certificación RBT - Experiencia en apoyo a individuos con necesidades educativas especiales - Experimentación con conductas fugaces, no verbales y / o agresivas - Excelentes habilidades de comunicación e interpersonal - Capacidad para mantener la calma y paciencia en situaciones difíciles - Inglés Autorización de trabajo (Zen Educate no puede proporcionar patrocinios para una visa de empleo o asistencia a la reubicación en este momento) - Los candidatos deben tener 18 años o más para aplicar Requisitos físicos: - Estar cómodamente sobre sus pies y moverse alrededor del aula durante todo el día - Poder levantar hasta 20 libras y ayudar con seguridad a los estudiantes cuando sea necesario (genujarse, doblarse, responder rápidamente) - Se pueden solicitar requisitos físicos adicionales durante su proceso de solicitud Qualificaciones preferentes: - Experiencia en educación especial, especialmente con comportamientos moderados a severos, terapia ABA, experiencia en técnico de conducta o dispositivos AAC. Acerca de Zen Zen Educate ayuda a las escuelas a contratar paraprofesionales dedicados y asistentes docentes, creando coincidencias inteligentes y oportunas que apoyen a los estudiantes con necesidades educativas especiales y fortalezcan las comunidades escolares. Ref: SD-HQ-TA-Febrero2026-203.