The Stepping Stones Group
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School-Based Educational Technician (Ed Tech II/III) | Full-Time | 1:1 Behavior Support | K-12 Special Education | Multiple Openings
About the Opportunity
Are you passionate about supporting students and helping them succeed in the classroom? The Stepping Stones Group is seeking dedicated Educational Technicians to join our team in school-based settings for the rest of the 2026-2027 school year. This is more than a job. It's a chance to provide 1:1 support to students in behavior resource classrooms, helping them build academic, behavioral, and social-emotional skills.
You'll work closely with teachers and special education staff to support students with behavioral, academic, and social-emotional needs. We have multiple full-time openings.
- Pay: $27-$29 per hour
- Schedule: Monday-Friday, full-time, about 32.5 hours per week (6.5 hours per day plus a 30-minute unpaid break), 8:30 AM-3:30 PM, no evenings or overnights
- Setting: Onsite, K-12, 1:1 support in behavior resource classrooms and special education settings
- Sites: 1 school site
- Start date: Immediate, through the end of the 2026-27 school year (early June)
- Employment type: [W-2]
- Location: [Shared with candidates during the application process]
What You'll Do
- Provide 1:1 support to students throughout the school day
- Provide behavioral support and intervention using positive reinforcement and proactive strategies
- Provide emotional support and general academic support, including help with assignments
- Collect and document behavioral data and student progress
- Support students' social-emotional skills and positive peer interactions
- Assist the teacher(s) and classroom aides as needed
- Support implementation of IEP goals, behavior plans, and classroom accommodations
- Provide personal care assistance, including toileting and diapering, if needed
- Maintain accurate documentation and student records, and maintain confidentiality
- Help maintain a safe, structured, positive, and inclusive learning environment
Minimum Qualifications
- Educational Technician II or III authorization, in hand, with proof at submission (Ed Tech III preferred)
- Ed Tech II: 60 college credit hours and at least 2 years of school-based experience supporting students with academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs
- Ed Tech III: 90 college credit hours and at least 1 year of school-based experience supporting students with academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Ability to complete a fingerprint-based criminal history check
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and positive working relationships
- Authorization to work in the United States; English proficiency
You'll Thrive in This Role If You Are Open To:
- Working with students of all ages, K-12, in all caseloads and behaviors
- Working with students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), emotional disturbance (ED), other health impairments (OHI), and significant behavioral needs
- Working with medically fragile students
- Providing toileting and diapering assistance if needed
- Working in both general education and special education settings
- Adjusting your caseload or school site based on district needs
- Working fully onsite and in person
Preferred Qualifications
- Ed Tech III authorization
- Formal training in special education, such as CPI or TCI crisis de-escalation, autism-specific intervention, PBIS, or structured literacy programs such as Orton-Gillingham or Wilson
- Experience in behavior resource or self-contained classrooms
- Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification, or willingness to obtain it
- Experience with behavior support strategies or applied behavior analysis (ABA)
- Associate's or bachelor's degree in education, psychology, child development, or a related field
- CPR and First Aid certification
Related Experience We Value
Experience as an Educational Technician, Ed Tech, Paraprofessional, Instructional Aide, Teacher Assistant, Educational Assistant, Classroom Aide, Special Education Assistant, Behavior Technician, Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), School Aide, or Student Support Assistant is highly valued.
Why Candidates Choose This Role
- Put your Ed Tech authorization to work in a hands-on 1:1 role
- Build experience in behavior support and special education
- Build experience for careers in teaching, special education, psychology, counseling, social work, and healthcare
- Follow a predictable school schedule, with weekends, evenings, holidays, and school breaks typically off
- Work alongside experienced teachers, therapists, and educational professionals
Why You'll Love Working With Us
- Competitive pay of $27-$29 per hour
- Health and wellness benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees
- 401(k) retirement plan for eligible employees
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Continuing education resources
- Employee referral bonus program
- Responsive and supportive leadership
- Opportunities for career growth and advancement
- Meaningful work that directly impacts students and communities
Physical Requirements
- Ability to remain active throughout the school day, including frequent standing, walking, kneeling, bending, crouching, and repositioning
- Ability to assist students with mobility, toileting, and daily living activities, if needed
- Ability to respond quickly to student needs and classroom situations
- Additional requirements may vary by assignment
What Makes Someone Successful in This Role?
Successful Educational Technicians are patient, dependable, adaptable, and student-focused. They build positive relationships with students and school teams, consistently implement behavior plans, and create supportive learning environments that promote confidence, independence, and success.
About The Stepping Stones Group
We believe every child deserves exceptional support for their academic, behavioral, and social-emotional growth. We partner with schools across the country to provide high-quality educational services that help students build confidence, develop new skills, and reach meaningful milestones, and we give our team members the support, training, and resources to thrive.
Ready to make an impact? Apply today. Please include proof of your Educational Technician II or III authorization when you apply. Selected candidates will complete a virtual interview with the school district.