School Services - School Behavioral Health Technician - $23-28 per hour

AHS Staffing is seeking a School Services School Behavioral Health Technician for a local contract job in Coon Rapids, Minnesota.

About the role

This is a full-time, in-person paraprofessional (paraeducator) position supporting students at Rivertrail Learning Center in Coon Rapids, MN for the 2026-2027 school year. The role involves working alongside Special Education Teachers to support students who receive 100% of their school day in a Setting 4 Special Education environment. Students may have significant disabilities, behavioral needs, and require a higher level of individualized support. Candidates should be comfortable working with students who may demonstrate challenging behaviors and require hands-on assistance throughout the school day.

Multiple openings are available for this contract-to-direct-hire position.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and small-group support to students
• Assist Special Education Teachers with classroom instruction and activities
• Support students with academic, behavioral, social-emotional, and functional needs
• Help implement individualized student plans and behavioral supports
• Assist with classroom management and maintaining a safe learning environment
• Assist students with toileting and personal care as needed
• Observe and document student progress and behavior as directed
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and other members of the educational team

Requirements

• Must meet Highly Qualified Paraprofessional requirements (documentation must be provided)
• Experience working with children or individuals with disabilities is preferred
• Experience with behavioral or high-support-needs populations is a plus
• Must be comfortable supporting students with significant behaviors
• Must be willing to assist with toileting and personal care
• Strong communication, patience, reliability, and teamwork skills

Pay

$23–$28 per hour

Schedule

• Dates: September 8, 2026 – June 10, 2027
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 32.5 hours per week
• Shift: 6 hours per day, days

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Weekly pay
• 401(k) with company match
• Professional and clinical support
• Dedicated recruiter support throughout your assignment
• Licensure reimbursement
• Mobile app for managing assignment details, compliance, timecards, and job browsing

Additional details

• Student population: Elementary through High School (candidates may indicate an age-group preference)
• Setting: Setting 4 Special Education