School Teacher Aide | Special Education

Qualifications
60 credits, Associates Degree, obtained a passing score on an appropriate ADE assessment, or ParaPro/Praxis Exam
IVP Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card
Experience working with children
Applicants must have professional proficiency in English
US Work Authorization - Zen Educate cannot provide sponsorship for an employment visa or relocation assistance at this time
Benefits
This role comes with a competitive hourly rate between $15 - $22 per hour, paid weekly
Weekly pay
Paid Sick Leave
401K (certain eligibility criteria)
Responsibilities
In this role positively contributing to the lives of children in special education by supporting licensed teachers with academic adaptations, self-care, and social/behavioral needs
With this role there is no requirement to work weekends and will be on a Monday to Friday schedule within hours of 7:30 - 3:00/4:30 pm on a full time basis
Assisting licensed staff in the classroom
Aid students in meeting their individualized education plan (IEP)
Maintain a classroom environment that is conducive to learning
Work with individuals and/or small groups when activities and assignments are presented
Provide support for students in crisis
Support students on outings by driving them into the community
Utilize a variety of learning methods to enhance the student's learning experiences and support them as needed
Celebrate the students you’re working with
Job description
Hiring multiple candidates, Easy Apply, Full Time

Job Description

We are seeking special education paraprofessionals to join us supporting students.

In this role positively contributing to the lives of children in special education by supporting licensed teachers with academic adaptations, self-care, and social/behavioral needs.

This role comes with a competitive hourly rate between $15 - $22 per hour, paid weekly. With this role there is no requirement to work weekends and will be on a Monday to Friday schedule within hours of 7:30 - 3:00/4:30 pm on a full time basis. This position is for the 2026-2026 school year.

Responsibilities:
• Assisting licensed staff in the classroom
• Aid students in meeting their individualized education plan (IEP)
• Maintain a classroom environment that is conducive to learning
• Work with individuals and/or small groups when activities and assignments are presented
• Provide support for students in crisis
• Support students on outings by driving them into the community
• Utilize a variety of learning methods to enhance the student's learning experiences and support them as needed
• Celebrate the students you’re working with

Benefits:
• Weekly pay
• Paid Sick Leave
• 401K (certain eligibility criteria)

Qualifications:
• 60 credits, Associates Degree, obtained a passing score on an appropriate ADE assessment, or ParaPro/Praxis Exam
• IVP Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Experience working with children
• Applicants must have professional proficiency in English
• US Work Authorization - Zen Educate cannot provide sponsorship for an employment visa or relocation assistance at this time.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Previous experience working in special education
• Behavioral Technician or PCA experience
• Crisis prevention (CPI) training
• CPR certification

Why Zen?

Zen Educate makes finding your perfect role in education easier! We are a company dedicated to matching you to your ideal education position based on your preferences and getting you into a school (or daycare) you love! We pride ourselves on providing continuous, personalized support throughout your application process. We are a company ready to make a difference in education and support the current educator shortage.

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