Behavior Support Educator

Behavior Support Educator – Immediate Start!Washington DC $30/hour2026–2027 School Year Monday–Friday | 3:00 PM TO 6:00 PM (schedules might vary according to location)Make a Meaningful Difference After SchoolApollo After School is seeking a caring, patient, and experienced Behavior Support Educator to provide individualized support for school-age children, including children who are neurodivergent and may have autism, ADHD, sensory-processing differences, developmental differences, communication needs, or challenges with emotional and behavioral regulation.This position is ideal for someone who understands that behavior is communication and knows how to support children with different learning, sensory, social, and emotional needs in a positive, respectful, and strengths-based way.You will work alongside our after-school team to help children successfully participate in activities, routines, peer interactions, transitions, and the overall after-school environment.What You'll DoProvide individualized support to children who may need additional behavioral, emotional, social, sensory, or developmental supportSupport neurodivergent children in successfully participating in the after-school programHelp children navigate transitions, changes in routine, group activities, and peer interactionsRecognize signs of sensory overload, frustration, anxiety, dysregulation, or escalating behavior and respond proactivelyUse positive behavior-support, co-regulation, redirection, visual supports, choices, and other developmentally appropriate strategiesHelp children build self-regulation, communication, social-emotional, and problem-solving skillsSupport children in identifying and communicating their needs appropriatelyProvide calm, consistent support during challenging momentsReinforce positive behaviors and celebrate children's individual strengths and progressHelp adapt activities, expectations, or the environment when appropriate so children can participate successfullyMaintain a safe, predictable, structured, and inclusive environmentCollaborate closely with the Site Director, classroom educators, school personnel, and Apollo leadershipFollow individualized support strategies or accommodation plans provided for participating studentsCommunicate observations, strategies, successes, and concerns appropriately with program leadershipMaintain confidentiality regarding student needs and informationWe're Looking for Someone Who HasA high school diploma or equivalent and is at least 18 years oldAt least 1 year of experience working with school-age childrenExperience supporting neurodivergent children strongly preferredExperience working with children with autism, ADHD, developmental disabilities, sensory needs, emotional regulation challenges, or behavioral support needs strongly preferredExperience in special education, behavioral support, paraprofessional support, therapeutic recreation, childcare, social work, psychology, ABA, or a related setting is a plusFamiliarity with positive behavior support, de-escalation, co-regulation, visual schedules, first/then strategies, sensory supports, or similar approachesThe ability to remain calm, patient, and supportive during challenging behaviorsStrong observation and problem-solving skillsThe ability to build trusting relationships while maintaining clear and consistent boundariesStrong communication and teamwork skillsDependability and the ability to work independently when providing additional support to a childA genuine commitment to inclusion and helping every child feel successful and supportedThis Role May Be a Great Fit forSpecial education paraprofessionalsIntervention specialists or intervention specialist studentsBehavioral technicians or behavioral support staffPsychology, social work, education, occupational therapy, or related college students and graduatesExperienced childcare professionals who have worked extensively with neurodivergent childrenProfessionals experienced in autism support, ADHD support, sensory regulation, or social-emotional learningPerks$30/hourMonday–Friday afternoon scheduleProfessional developmentTraining and ongoing supportSupportive team environmentOpportunity to make a direct impact in a child's daily experienceWork-life balanceAbout Apollo After SchoolApollo After School provides engaging, safe, and enriching after-school programming for school-age children. We believe successful programs are inclusive programs, and we are committed to creating environments where children with different abilities, learning styles, communication styles, and support needs can participate and thrive.Apollo After School or Chess Wizards is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.