Behavior Interventionist - SPED

Ready to bring balance to the classroom? Whether you are an active Registered Behavioral Technician (RBT) or have extensive experience in behavioral support, we want you on our team!

Through our Zen Behavioral Technician (ZBT) program, experienced educators undergo our comprehensive behavioral and de-escalation training - delivering top-tier classroom support and accurate data tracking, without needing the formal BACB certification process.

Join us as an RBT or a ZBT and start making a direct impact on student success today - apply now!

About Zen Educate
Zen Educate connects schools with passionate, high-quality educators through a simple and transparent hiring process. We partner with public and charter schools to help them find the right staff, while making it easier for educators to discover roles that fit their skills, preferences, and career goals. Our mission is to create better outcomes for students by supporting the educators who make it happen, through smarter matching, fairer pay, and ongoing support.

Responsibilities:
- Mindful De-Escalation & Crisis Care: Use a calm voice, positive body language, visual schedules, and timers to prevent meltdowns, and execute response-blocking procedures safely without unapproved force.
- BIP Execution & Replacement Behaviors: Interpret and follow student Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) to identify target behaviors and help students build positive, constructive replacement habits.
- Real-Time Data Tracking: Record accurate, real-time frequency and duration data alongside objective ABC logs without relying on memory or personal feelings.
- Teamwork & Professional Boundaries: Maintain professional boundaries, protect student dignity, adhere to mandated reporting, and collaborate with teachers and BCBAs while transitioning between individual and classroom support.

Required Qualifications:
Education:
- 60 college credits or higher, OR one of the following:
- A passing score on the Paraeducator Assessment (65% or higher on the Instructional Support test and 70% or higher on the Knowledge and Application test)
- A passing score on the Paraprofessional Assessment (combined score of 460 or above)
- Core Behavioral Knowledge: Strong understanding of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) principles, including implementing written Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), token economies, prompt hierarchies, and Functionally Equivalent Replacement Behaviors.
-Applicants must have professional proficiency in English
-US Work Authorization. Zen Educate cannot provide sponsorship for an employment visa or relocation assistance at this time.

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:
Previous or active RBT® certification preferred

Salary
Pay: $25-$26 per hour, paid weekly.
Schedule: Monday to Friday, within hours of 7:30 am - 3:00/4:30 pm (no weekend work).

Benefits and other offerings
- Weekly pay by direct deposit, with paper check available on request
- Professional development, including in-app training, paid role-specific certifications where applicable, and additional development opportunities depending on role and location
- Paid sick leave in accordance with applicable state and local law
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance available when eligibility requirements are met, which includes working more than 1,560 hours in a 12 month period.
- 401(k) retirement plan with no employer match available when eligibility requirements are met, which includes working more than 1,000 hours in a 12 month period or more than 500 hours/year in a 24 month period.

Don’t wait! Apply and connect with a recruiter today and take the first step toward your future in education.

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