Job Description

Job Description

Advance Your Career in Education
If you’re experienced in behavior management and motivated to support student success, this is your opportunity to grow. We’re hiring Behavior Technicians (TAs) for the 2025–2026 school year to work directly with students who benefit from specialized support in a classroom setting. Strengthen your impact, expand your experience, and be part of a school team that values dedication and care.
Interested in taking the next step? Connect with our team today.

As a Behavior Technician, you’ll work closely with classroom teachers to support K–12 students with autism and behavioral needs. You’ll provide one-on-one and small group assistance, helping implement behavior plans and create a positive, structured learning environment where every student can thrive.

Responsibilities
- Behavioral Intervention: Implement individualized Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) for students with autism and emotional/behavioral needs. Use evidence-based strategies including positive reinforcement, de-escalation techniques, and proactive behavior supports to help students regulate emotions and develop coping skills.
- Targeted Support: Provide one-on-one or small group behavioral support, tailoring interventions to each student’s needs. Support students in building self-regulation, social-emotional skills, and classroom engagement.
Classroom Collaboration: Work closely with teachers and behavior specialists to create a structured, supportive learning environment. Support classroom management by reinforcing expectations, modeling positive behavior, and helping students stay on task.
- Progress Monitoring: Track and document behavioral data consistently, including incidents, triggers, responses, and outcomes. Use this data to inform adjustments to BIPs and support team decision-making.
Team Communication: Partner with special education staff, behavior analysts, and families to maintain a unified approach to student support. Share observations and collaborate on strategies to ensure consistency across environments.
- Personal Care: Support students with daily routines such as toileting, feeding, or mobility.

Required Qualifications/Experience
- High School Diploma
- Experience supporting individuals with Special Educational Needs
- Experience providing personal care support
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to stay calm and patient in challenging situations
- US Work Authorization - Zen Educate cannot provide sponsorship for an employment visa or relocation assistance at this time.
- English proficiency
- Passion for supporting students

Preferred Qualifications/Experience
- Experience supporting children with autism, complex or severe emotional needs, or in roles such as ABA therapy
- Experience in special education, particularly with moderate to severe behaviors
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Knowledge of behavioral intervention strategies
- Additional training in behavioral techniques

Compensation & Benefits
Pay: $24-28 per hour, paid weekly.
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)

About Zen
Zen Educate leverages cutting-edge technology and a dedicated support team to provide a seamless experience for teachers, teaching assistants, and support staff looking for their next role in US schools.

Why Zen
We make it easy to find your next opportunity. Zen Educate removes the stress from the job hunt with a simple, transparent process designed to connect you with the right schools quickly and efficiently.

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Job Tags

Hourly pay, Weekly pay, Relocation package, Monday to Friday,

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