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Behavior Aide/Paraeducator - Support for Special Education

Amergis

Vallejo, CAContract$18/hrPosted 3mo agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago
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At a glance

Compensation
$18/hr
Location
Vallejo, CA
Schedule
Contract
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Current CPR Certification

Job overview

Amergis is hiring a Behavior Aide/Paraeducator - Support for Special Education. Amergis Educational Staffing is seeking multiple Behavior Aides for K-12 schools in Vallejo, CA. Behavior Aides work one-on-one with students who receive special education or related services, have a 504 plan, or with students in a Special Education Classroom. The role involves supporting students with various conditions such as Autism Spectrum Disorder, Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, ADD/ADHD, and learning disabilities.

Key focus areas include Follow the instructions of the BCBA/program supervisor, Provide behavior assistance/interventions to assigned clients, and Provide behavior support services.

Successful candidates bring High School Diploma Or Equivalent, CPR Certification, and TB Test. Important skills include Behavior Assistance, Crisis Intervention, Behavior Plan Implementation, Child Development Monitoring, Educational Material Preparation, and Data Collection And Analysis. Preferred (not required): English Language Proficiency.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Behavior AssistanceCrisis InterventionBehavior Plan ImplementationChild Development MonitoringEducational Material PreparationData Collection and AnalysisAcademic AssistanceMobility AssistanceDaily Activities AssistanceSocial SupportSocial Skills DevelopmentCommunication SkillsEnglish Language Proficiency

Qualifications

Must Be 18+High School Diploma or EquivalentCurrent CPR CertificationTB Test

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match

Full job description

Amergis Educational Staffing is seeking multiple Behavior Aides for K-12 schools in Vallejo, CA. Behavior Aides work one-on-one with students who receive special education or related services, have a 504 plan, or with students in a Special Education Classroom.

Some cases include:

  • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

  • Pervasive Developmental Disorder Not Otherwise Specified (PDDNOS)

  • Childhood Disintegrative Disorder (CDD)

  • Cerebral Palsy

  • Down Syndrome

  • Various birth disorders

  • ADD/ADHD

  • Learning disabilities

  • Other

Location: Vallejo, CA

Schedule: Monday-Friday (5-6 hours a day between the hours of 7:45am and 3:20pm)

  • Part-time options available

Pay: $18 an hour starting rate (varies based on experience)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Follow the instructions of the BCBA/program supervisor

  • Provide behavior assistance/interventions to assigned clients

  • Provide behavior support services

  • Provide crisis intervention

  • Implement behavior plans

  • Provide administrative support to teachers

  • Monitor child development

  • Prepare educational materials

  • Collect and analyze data on student behavior and progress

  • Provide academic assistance

  • Assist with mobility and daily activities

  • Offer social support and help with social skills development

  • Perform other duties as assigned/necessary

Minimum Requirements:

  • Must be at least 18 years of age

  • High School diploma or equivalent required

  • Current CPR certification (we can help you sign up for a class)

  • Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language may be required

  • TB test required (if you do not have one from within the last 90 days, we can set one up for you)

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

  • Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

  • Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

  • 401(k) savings plan

  • Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Category: Education

Job Function: Education | Behavior Tech | Behavior Tech School

Job Type: Contract - Part Time

Setting: Schools

Position Type: Healthcare

Office Number: 0210

Contract Duration: 36

Pay Rate: $640 / Week

Date Posted: 2026-05-11T21:05:46

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