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BrightBee

EdTech platform enabling paraprofessional engagement

Facilities Associate

Full-Time
$16.50 - $21/hr
Entry
Cleveland, OH, USA
In PersonMust commute to various school sites in the West Cleveland area.
Cleaning & Custodial ServicesJanitorial Services

About the job

Requirements
  • Be comfortable claiming assignments and being available to work at multiple schools.
  • Have reliable transportation to get to schools in the area.
  • Be comfortable with physical work and standing for extended periods; assignments may require lifting up to 30 pounds.
  • Undergo a background check and Live Scan, follow safety and reporting guidelines, comply with mandated reporter training and reporting requirements, and authorize contact with former employers as required.
  • Be willing and able to commute to various school sites in the West Cleveland area.
Responsibilities
  • Support school operations by performing facilities or custodial work that helps maintain clean and safe environments for students.
  • Use the BrightBee app to claim assignments at schools and nonprofits.
Desired Qualifications
  • Enjoy working with or around children or teens.
  • Be patient, reliable, and positive.
  • Seek consistent work; some single-day assignments may convert to longer-term opportunities.

About the company

BrightBee is an education technology company focused on K-12 schools, aiming to improve how schools engage with paraprofessionals and classified staff. The platform supports recognizing the potential of every team member, with the goal of helping school teams thrive and giving workers the supports they need to prosper and grow. The product works by enabling schools to collaborate with paraprofessionals and classified staff, facilitating communication, development, and coordination so these workers can be effective in their roles. BrightBee differentiates itself by centering inclusion and growth for all school staff, not just teachers, and by prioritizing ongoing support and career development for paraprofessionals and classified staff. The overall goal is to create sustainable, supported, and high-functioning school teams where every member can succeed.

Company Size

1-10

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Oakland, California

Founded

2023

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • By May 31, 2026, BrightBee reported 2,500+ assignments and a 96% fill rate.
  • It expanded from Bay Area pilots to Detroit and 10 school systems.
  • School staffing shortages in 2026 keep demand strong for its coverage model.

What critics are saying

  • BrightBee remains early-stage, with only a 2025 pilot and no disclosed large funding.
  • Its Bay Area and Detroit focus leaves recruitment and operations concentrated.
  • If schools slow renewals next year, BrightBee's marketplace liquidity breaks quickly.

What makes BrightBee unique

  • BrightBee launched a 3-school pilot in October 2025 and now serves 40 schools.
  • Its Bee worker model trades flexible assignments for upskilling, community impact, and higher fulfillment.
  • It targets K-12 and nonprofit support roles, a harder niche than generic staffing.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Paid Vacation
  • Remote Work Options
  • Flexible Work Hours