Paraprofessional – Immediate Start Position Available In Marshall, Alabama
Tallo's Job Summary: As a Special Education Paraprofessional, you will assist licensed teachers in supporting K-12 students with special needs academically, socially, and emotionally. Responsibilities include implementing academic adaptations, maintaining a safe classroom environment, and providing crisis support. Qualifications include 60 college credits or equivalent, English proficiency, and prior experience with children. Compensation ranges from $18-$21 per hour with weekly pay and benefits such as paid sick leave and 401K eligibility. Zen Educate is hiring for this role in the Minneapolis-Saint Paul area, offering a Monday to Friday schedule with no weekend work. Join today to kickstart your career in education.
Job Description
Job Description:
Launch Your Career in Education This SpringAs the school yearwraps up, there’s no better time to jumpstart your journey ineducation. We’re hiring paraprofessionals and classroom supportstaff to work with K-12 special education students throughout theMinneapolis-Saint Paul area. Get a head start building hands-onexperience, explore diverse school settings, and build meaningfulconnections before the busy fall season begins. Ready to take thenext step? Speak with a recruiter today to learn about openopportunities!
As a Special Education Paraprofessional, you’ll workclosely with licensed teachers to support K-12 students withspecial needs in the classroom. Your role will focus on helpingstudents succeed academically, socially, and emotionally byproviding one-on-one and small group assistance tailored to theirIEP goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist licensed staff in theclassroom by helping implement academic adaptations andindividualized education plans (IEPs)
- Work with studentsindividually or in small groups to support their self-care andsocial/behavioral needs
- Maintain a classroom environment that issafe and conducive to learning
- Provide timely support forstudents in crisis situations
- Utilize a variety of learningmethods to enhance student engagement and learningoutcomes.
Must-Have QualificationsEducation
- 60 college credits orhigher, OR one of the following
- A passing score on theParaeducator Assessment (65% or higher on the Instructional Supporttest and 70% or higher on the Knowledge and Application test
- Apassing score on the Paraprofessional Assessment (combined score of460 or above)Language & Authorization
- Professional proficiency inEnglish
- U.S. Work Authorization (Zen Educate cannot providesponsorship for an employment visa or relocationassistance).Experience
- Prior experience working with children ina structured setting is an asset.
Preferred Qualifications
- ParaProCertification (upskilling options provided on a case-by-case basisfor candidates without the standard educational background
- Behavioral Technician or PCA experience working with children is anasset
- Past work experience in a school setting with children withspecial needs is an asset.
Compensation & BenefitsPay:
$18
- $21 perhour, paid weekly.
Schedule:
Monday to Friday, within hours of 7:30am
- 3:00/4:30 pm (no weekend work).Benefits
- Weekly pay
- PaidSick Leave
- 401K (certain eligibility criteria)About ZenAt ZenEducate, our mission is simple: to support schools by connectingthem with dedicated, high-quality education professionals.
Webelieve in making the hiring process easier for educators andcreating better outcomes for students across the Minneapolis-SaintPaul region.
Why ZenAt Zen Educate, we take the time to understandyour preferences, experience, and career goals — then match youwith schools that fit your needs. Our personalized approach makesfinding the right role faster, easier, and more rewarding.
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