Make a Difference Every Day

BHA Academy is hiring compassionate, dependable, and motivated Paraprofessionals to support students with developmental disabilities and behavioral challenges in a structured educational setting. If you're passionate about helping students grow academically, socially, and behaviorally, we'd love to meet you.

Pay & Sign-On Bonus

• Starting Pay: From $17.92/hour, based on education, experience, and qualifications
• $1,000 Sign-On Bonus
  • $500 after 90 days
  • Additional $500 after 180 days (with continued employment in good standing)

About BHA Academy

BHA Academy partners with students and families to provide individualized education, evidence-based behavioral support, and compassionate care. Our mission is to help every student build skills, increase independence, and achieve long-term success in the least restrictive environment possible.

What You'll Do

• Build positive, respectful relationships with students while promoting safety, dignity, and independence.
• Support classroom instruction using evidence-based strategies, including Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS).
• Assist with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), behavior intervention plans, and skill-building activities.
• Help students during instruction, transitions, therapies, and community-based learning.
• Collect and document student progress and behavior data.
• Provide personal care support as needed, including toileting, hygiene, feeding, and mobility assistance.
• Maintain an organized, structured learning environment.
• Support crisis prevention and intervention procedures following training and safety plans.
• Administer medications as trained and authorized.
• Collaborate with teachers, behavior clinicians, therapists, and fellow team members.
• Participate in team meetings, required training, and professional development.

What We're Looking For

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to stay calm and professional in challenging situations
• Ability to support students throughout the school day
• Willingness to complete crisis intervention/de-escalation training
• Commitment to creating a positive learning environment

Preferred

• College coursework in education, psychology, or a related field
• One year of experience working with children or individuals with developmental or behavioral needs (experience welcomed but not required)

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (BCBS; six plan options)
• 401(k) 
• PTO and Sick Time accrual starting on Day 1
• $100 monthly wellness spending account after 90 days
• OnDemand Pay (access earned wages before payday)

Stop by our hiring event to meet the team, learn more about the role, and explore a rewarding career making a meaningful difference in students' lives.