What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Paraprofessional - High School position at Ro Health?
Ro Health is hiring passionate Behavioral Health Paraprofessionals and Behavioral Health Class Aides to join our Arizona Behavioral Team for the 2026–2027 school year. This position offers the opportunity to focus on what matters most: supporting diverse learners, while enjoying the flexibility and job variety that comes from working with an experienced staffing partner.
We are actively seeking providers who are comfortable, experienced, and dedicated to working in High School and Transition-Age programs. In these roles, you will support young adult learners who may exhibit aggressive or maladaptive behaviors, helping them navigate daily academics, behavioral intervention plans, and life-skills development in a supportive environment.
By joining Ro Health, you become part of a supportive network. Our partnerships with multiple school systems provide access to a wide range of placements, diverse caseloads, and the opportunity to grow your career.
- High School / Young Adult Comfort: Demonstrated comfort and willingness to work with high school and transition-age students in 1:1 and classroom settings (required).
- Behavior Management Experience: Minimum 6 months of hands-on experience managing challenging, aggressive, or maladaptive behaviors (required).
- Associate’s Degree or 60 cumulative college-level courses (If you do not meet our education requirement, we will support you with obtaining necessary certifications).
- Previous experience in school, ABA, camp, residential, or care settings (preferred).
- Ability to pass state/federal background checks, drug screening, and IVP fingerprinting.
- Reliable, compassionate, physically active, and team-oriented mindset.
- Provide classroom, small-group, or 1:1 behavioral and educational support to high school and transition-age students with or without IEPs.
- Implement proactive behavior redirection, crisis de-escalation, and coping strategies for students displaying maladaptive, resistant, or aggressive behaviors.
- Assist with instructional activities, social-emotional development, and vocational/life-skills training.
- Support students with special education needs under the guidance of certified special education teachers and BCBAs.
- Foster a safe, structured, and respectful learning environment for full-sized young adult learners.
- Communicate effectively with teachers, school administrators, and your dedicated Ro Health supervisors.
- We partner with premier school districts Valley-wide. Placements are available based on your preference and proximity to home, including:
- West Valley: Glendale, Avondale, Peoria, Goodyear
- North / Deer Valley: North Phoenix
- Paradise Valley: Northeast Phoenix, North Scottsdale Border
- Central Phoenix: Midtown, Downtown
- Transparent and competitive weekly pay: $19.00–$21.00/hr based on experience
- Hands-on support: Credentialing, onboarding, IVP clearance assistance, behavioral trainings, and case transitions
- Dedicated advocacy: A local team that advocates for your safety, success, and job satisfaction
- Flexibility: Options to explore K-12th grade classroom settings
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
- 401(k) with employer matching
- Direct deposit every Friday
- Single point of contact
- Referral Bonus Program
- Career Advancements
Whether you're a seasoned Paraprofessional or a Behavior Tech ready to make a high-impact transition into special education, Ro Health gives you access to a variety of classroom settings—while making sure you're supported every step of the way.
Apply today or reach out for a confidential conversation about current and upcoming openings!
📧 Email: azbehavioral@rohealth.com
📞 Call/Text: 602-563-6165
Salary : $19 - $21