Employment Opportunities

List of 3 items.

• 1:1 Behavior & Academic Support for Fall 2025

  Requirements / Qualifications
  Ideal candidates are those with RBT or similar certification and experience in working with students on the autism spectrum.
  
  Star Academy, a non-profit, non-public school, located in San Rafael, CA, serving students with learning differences in grades 3-12, is seeking a Full-Time 1:1 Behavioral Support Paraprofessional for a middle school student. 
  
  Resume and references submitted in pdf format
  
  Star Academy, a non-profit, non-public school, located in San Rafael, CA, serving students with learning differences in grades 2-12, is seeking a Full Time 1:1 Behavioral Support Paraprofessional An RBT (Registered Behavior Technician) is strongly desired for this position.
  
  The position is available immediately.

• Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) for Fall 2025

  Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) - 3 days per week starting Fall 2025
  
  We are seeking a thoughtful, skilled, and compassionate clinician to provide behavior services to students and consult with faculty and families as part of a transdisciplinary team.

  
  Required Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Education, or a related field

  • Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification

  • Experience providing behavior services in a school-based setting

  • Knowledge of functional behavior assessment, behavior intervention plan development, and progress monitoring

  • Familiarity with IEP development and special education processes

  
  Desired Skills and Experience:

  • Experience supporting students with autism, ADHD, social-emotional, and executive function challenges

  • Ability to develop individualized behavior supports in a way that honors neurodiversity and student dignity

  • Strong collaboration skills and a positive, solutions-oriented approach

  • Familiarity with restorative practices and trauma-informed strategies

  • Experience training and coaching teachers and instructional aides

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

  • Strong record keeping, data collection, and organizational skills

  
  Responsibilities Include:

  • Conducting FBAs and developing BIPs for students across grade levels

  • Collaborating with classroom teams and specialists to support implementation of behavior supports

  • Providing consultation, modeling, and training for staff and families

  • Participating as an active member of IEP teams

  • Monitoring student progress and adjusting strategies as needed

  
  Join a great team of thoughtful colleagues in supporting students who learn differently!
  
  

  To Apply:

  Send cover letter, resume, and credentials to:

  Sheila Reilly, Head of School

  Email: sheila.reilly@staracademy.org

  Position will remain open until filled.
  
  Or started the application process via the link on this page.

• Counselor for Fall 2025

  We are seeking a patient, kind and thoughtful clinician to provide educationally related counseling to students with emotional difficulties that impact their ability to access the curriculum.  Star Academy is a highly collaborative environment and we are seeking a team player who can work effectively with other specialists and classroom teachers.  Candidates must have the following qualifications: 

  • Pupil Personnel Services (PPS) in School Counseling or School Psychology credential issued by the California. 

  ·     Valid licensure through the California Board of Behavioral Sciences as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or Licensed Educational Psychologist (LEP) or the ability to obtain a valid licensure.   

  • Minimum of 1 year of prior experience in a school-based setting, highly preferable.  

  • Department of Justice fingerprint clearance, Tuberculosis Screening.   

  Desired Skills:  

  • Experience working with students with learning differences, social-cognitive challenges and executive function deficits in grades 1-12 
  • Provide group instruction on topics related to Wellness i.e. consent, cybersafety, self-advocacy, disability awareness, anxiety management, health education, etc..  
  • Make recommendations to IEP teams for educationally related mental health counseling services.   
  • Create individual counseling plans and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team for the implementation of the plans.    
  • Provide clinical consultation and support to school staff and families as necessary.   

  • Provide case consultation and support coordination with outside agencies as needed.   
  • Experience with individual and small group service delivery models 
  • Experience being part of an Individual Education Plan (IEP) team and familiarity with IEP procedures including goal writing, updating and presenting at IEP meetings. 
  • Strong collaboration and communication skills. 
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills 
  • Strong record keeping and organizational skills 

   

  Join a great team of thoughtful colleagues in supporting students who learn differently! 

   

  Send cover letter, resume and credentials to Sheila Reilly, Head of School, Star Academy, sheila.reilly@staracademy.org

   

  Position will be posted until filled. 

   

  Star Academy is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.