Top 28 Child development specialist Jobs in Bakersfield Ca

Behavior Intervention Assistant (2026-27 School Year)
Panama Buena Vista Union School District —Bakersfield, CA
- $20.42 - $25.12 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Background check
- Classroom
- Data analysis skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
At-Promise Youth Mentoring Specialist
Garden Pathways, Inc. —Bakersfield, CA
- $18 - $26 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Conflict management
- Mileage reimbursement
- Commuter assistance
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Youth Services Coordinator
Bakersfield City School District —Bakersfield, CA
- $136,500 - $166,264 a year
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Driver's License
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Transitional-Kindergarten Aide (2026-27 School Year)
Panama Buena Vista Union School District —Bakersfield, CA
- $18.13 - $22.29 an hour
- Online Application
- Background check
- School experience
- Classroom
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Para Educator I (2026-27 School Year)
Panama Buena Vista Union School District —Bakersfield, CA
- $18.68 - $22.97 an hour
- Online Application
- Background check
- Classroom
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Para-Educator III (2026-27 School Year)
Panama Buena Vista Union School District —Bakersfield, CA
- $20.42 - $25.12 an hour
- Online Application
- Background check
- Classroom
- Basic math
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Para Educator II (2026-27 School Year)
Panama Buena Vista Union School District —Bakersfield, CA
- $19.53 - $24.01 an hour
- Online Application
- Background check
- Classroom
- Data analysis skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Academy Program Specialist
Bakersfield City School District —Bakersfield, CA
- $77,973 - $137,256 a year
- Part-time
- School experience
- Teaching Certification
- Mid-level
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Early Intervention Specialist
Mentor Community Services —Bakersfield, CA
- $19.20 an hour
- Part-time
- Teaching Certification
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
3d
Administrative Assistant
Community Action Partnership of San Luis Obispo —Bakersfield, CA
- $17.20 - $23.25 an hour
- Email
- Mid-level
- Office
- 3 years
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Health Education Specialist
OMNI FAMILY HEALTH —Bakersfield, CA
- $22.50 - $26.44 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Spanish
- Writing skills
- BLS Certification
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Teacher on Special Assignment Independent Study Open to In-District Applicants Only)
Bakersfield City School District —Bakersfield, CA
- $64,399 - $131,749 a year
- Part-time
- Bilingual
- School experience
- Classroom
3d
Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) | Relocation $10,000 | Ventura County
Amigo Baby. Inc —California
- From $130,000 a year
- Part-time
- Spanish
- CPR Certification
- Current TB test
- Mileage reimbursement
- Health savings account
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Pediatric Occupational Therapist (OTR/L) | Relocation $10,000 | Ventura County
Amigo Baby. Inc —California
- From $130,000 a year
- Part-time
- Spanish
- CPR Certification
- Current TB test
- Paid training
- Mileage reimbursement
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Licensed Health Services Technician (2026-27 School Year)
Panama Buena Vista Union School District —Bakersfield, CA
- $22.33 - $27.49 an hour
- Online Application
- Background check
- School experience
- Classroom
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Speech Specialist 2026-27 School Year
Panama Buena Vista Union School District —Bakersfield, CA
- $85,018 - $93,332 a year
- Background check
- Writing skills
- Teaching Certification
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
Assistant Coach (Pitching Coach)
California State University —Bakersfield, CA
- Temporary
- Background check
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
2026-27 Lecturer Pool Department of Advanced Education
California State University —Bakersfield, CA
- Temporary
- Bilingual
- Background check
- School experience
2026-2027 Lecturer Pool Department of Kinesiology
California State University —Bakersfield, CA
- Temporary
- Background check
- Doctoral degree
- Bachelor of Science
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Clinical Nurse Specialist- NICU- Full Time- Shift
Kern County Hospital Authority —Bakersfield, CA
- $53.31 - $83.05 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Nursing
- RN License
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Behavior Intervention Assistant (2026-27 School Year)

Panama Buena Vista Union School District -
Bakersfield, CA

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Job Details

$20.42 - $25.12 an hour

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Mathematics teaching assistance experience
High school diploma or GED
Math
Working with students
Teaching

Full Job Description

JobID: 3530

Position Type:
Support Staff Instructional

Date Posted:
5/26/2026

Location:
Various School Sites

Closing Date:
Until Filled

Summary:
Under the direction of the site administration in collaboration with the School Psychologist and Special Services Coordinator, the primary role of the Behavior Intervention Assistant is to: 1) empower all students to fully participate in the core curriculum and achieve academic and behavioral success; 2) help students develop skills in areas such as study skills, organizational skills, attendance, academic engagement, peer interactions, conflict resolution, and communication with home; 3) assist in preventing inappropriate behavior; and 4) instructing and reinforcing appropriate behavioral expectations.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Assist with the design and implementation of various intervention strategies and programs to support student achievement, including strategies within the Positive Behavior Intervention and Support (PBIS) framework; individual and classroom positive behavior support and modification strategies; alternative means of correction; and strategies to facilitate social-emotional learning and appropriate behavior for all students.
Be visible on school grounds and in classrooms to reinforce positive behavior.
Work with students individually and in groups, at various locations on campus, to assist with specific academic, social-emotional, and behavioral strategies and interventions and to discuss proactive techniques for academic and behavioral success.
Assist the teacher in general education setting or special classes with students with emotional and behavioral challenges and/or other disabilities including mental or physical handicapping conditions.
Participate in required trainings including the District mandated E/BD training for paraprofessionals, as well as nonviolent crisis intervention.
Direct students into safe learning activities and functions, and assist in shaping of appropriate social behaviors.
Assist students in monitoring their classroom behavior and help students identify goals and develop strategies and techniques for self-management to promote academic success.
Assist with the training and reviewing of behavioral expectations of students in various campus settings; visit classrooms to impart or review expectations to promote academic success.
Discuss with students their choice that resulted in their being disciplined and discuss alternatives that they could have employed to handle the situation.
Provide support to staff in designing and implementing intervention strategies to support students' behavioral and social skills.
Attend staff meetings, training sessions, conferences, and student progress/data meetings for the purpose of sharing information and improving skills and knowledge.
Collect and analyze data on discipline, attendance, and referrals; provide support to staff on progress monitoring; maintain student files for the purpose of records management.
Provide communication to family and staff regarding student's behavior progress.
Confer with teachers, specialists, and School Psychologists regarding necessary accommodations.
Work effectively and maintain a professional rapport with teachers, students, and other staff.
Maintain confidentiality of sensitive and privileged information in accordance with district, state, and federal mandates and other specific legal requirements or policies.
Demonstrate awareness and sensitivity toward students and their individual differences in terms of abilities, cultures, and languages.

Qualifications:

Desired:

Knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) intervention strategies, Discrete Trial Teaching (DTT), Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS), and behavior management strategies and techniques relating to students experiencing atypical control problems; interpersonal skills needed to manage crisis situations; knowledge of record management systems, data collection and record keeping techniques; knowledge of general purposes and goals of public education; knowledge of child development; basic understanding of curriculum and instructional materials used in each of the basic subjects and at various grade levels; basic understanding of special education program and its purpose; strong communication skills in both formal and informal settings; ability to demonstrate an understanding, patient, and receptive attitude toward students of varied age groups; ability to maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with children and adults.

Abilities:
Requires the ability to follow oral and written directions, and the ability to communicate with students and staff using patience and courtesy, and in a manner that reflects positively on the District. Must be able to work well independently and as part of a team. Must be willing to obtain nonviolent crisis prevention and First Aid/CPR training, and maintain a current certification.

Education and Experience:

This position requires the equivalent of High School Diploma or completion of GED and 48 college units or AA/AS degree or pass equivalency exam CODESP, demonstrating knowledge of and the ability to assist in teaching reading, writing, and mathematics, and six (6) months or more of paid or voluntary experience working with children.

Licenses and Certificates:

Compliance with District skill/competency requirements. Must be willing to obtain nonviolent crisis prevention training and CPR/First Aid training and maintain current certification. Must have mastery of skills presented in the District mandated E/BD training for paraprofessionals.

Application Requirements:

Resume.
High School diploma or GED.
AA/AS degree, or 48+ semester college units, or Paraprofessional Certification.

The District administers the Paraprofessional Test monthly. Please visit the Human Resources Testing Page to review testing information and to register for testing if you need to meet this requirement.

Salary and Terms of Service:

Salary range (23) $20.42 - $25.12 per hour, eight (8) steps, 8 hours per day and five (5) days per week (M-F). Holidays, sick leave and vacation benefits. Prepaid family dental, medical, and vision insurance, prepaid life insurance plan for employee only.

Required Application Procedure:

Apply Online. An online application and all documents supporting the application requirements noted above must accompany your application by the closing date in order to receive consideration for this position. It shall be the applicant's responsibility to supply copies of all documentation, letters of recommendation etc. or other related materials.

Selection Procedure:

A screening committee will evaluate each application, personal resume, and other letters of reference. Interviews will be scheduled for qualified applicants. If after interviews suitable applicants are not found, the search will continue. As required by California State Law, should you be employed by the District, your fingerprints will be taken and submitted to the Justice Department and the FBI for a background check. Processing fee will be at applicant's expense.

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child development specialist jobs in bakersfield ca

Behavior Intervention Assistant (2026-27 School Year)

At-Promise Youth Mentoring Specialist

Youth Services Coordinator

Transitional-Kindergarten Aide (2026-27 School Year)

Para Educator I (2026-27 School Year)

Para-Educator III (2026-27 School Year)

Para Educator II (2026-27 School Year)

Academy Program Specialist

Early Intervention Specialist

Administrative Assistant

Health Education Specialist

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Licensed Health Services Technician (2026-27 School Year)

Speech Specialist 2026-27 School Year

Assistant Coach (Pitching Coach)

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