Special Education Paraprofessional (FT)
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
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.
Responsibilities
- 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.
Requirements
- Passion for working with children and helping them succeed.
- Registered Behavior Technician (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).
Benefits
- Support and supervision from Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs).
- Ongoing training and professional development (paid RBT training included).
- 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.
Pay
$22–$28 per hour (based on experience, certification, and education).
Schedule
In-person, Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM.
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.