Behavior Technician / Special Education Paraprofessional
Location: Near Allentown, PA
Pay: $20.44–$28.78 per hour
Schedule: Full-time, 35 hours per week
Grade Levels: Elementary and Middle School
Assignment Duration: ASAP through the End of the School Year
Position Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Behavior Technician / Special Education Paraprofessional to support students with special needs in elementary and middle school settings near Allentown, Pennsylvania. This is a full-time opportunity for an individual who is passionate about helping students succeed academically, socially, behaviorally, and emotionally.
In this role, you will work with students in a variety of classroom environments, including general classroom support, specialized education settings, and one-on-one (1:1) student support. You will collaborate with teachers, special education staff, and other school professionals to help create a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment.
This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in students' daily lives while helping them develop the skills and confidence they need to succeed.
Behavior Technician Responsibilities
- Implement behavior intervention plans and individualized behavior support strategies under the direction of appropriate supervising professionals.
- Support students in developing positive behaviors, emotional regulation, communication, and social interaction skills.
- Monitor student behavior and document observations, progress, and behavioral incidents as required.
- Use positive reinforcement and proactive behavior management techniques to encourage appropriate classroom participation.
- Assist students with transitions between activities, classroom routines, and changes in their daily schedules.
- Provide one-on-one behavioral support to students who require additional assistance.
- Help students develop coping strategies, independence, and appropriate responses to challenging situations.
- Communicate observations and concerns with teachers, supervisors, and other members of the educational team.
Special Education Paraprofessional Responsibilities
- Assist teachers in providing instructional and academic support to students with special needs.
- Provide individualized assistance in one-on-one, small-group, and classroom settings.
- Help students follow classroom routines, understand directions, complete assignments, and participate in learning activities.
- Support students with developmental, behavioral, learning, and other individualized educational needs.
- Reinforce lessons and instructional strategies established by the classroom teacher.
- Promote student independence, positive peer interactions, and participation in school activities.
- Assist with transitions, classroom organization, and maintaining a safe and structured learning environment.
- Support students' individualized education program (IEP) goals as directed by the educational team.
- Collaborate with teachers and school staff to monitor student progress and address individual needs.
Contact Me
Garrett Bliek
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 470-264-2273
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
- Competitive Salary
- Weekly Paycheck
- Matching 401(k) Plan
- Extensive Medical Coverage
- Licensing Assistance
- Custom Housing
- Travel Assistance
- Professional Development Reimbursement