School Aide - Immediate Start

Make a Lasting Impact Before the Next School Year! School may be ending soon, but your opportunity to make a difference is just beginning. We're hiring paraprofessionals and classroom aides to support students with special education needs in school-based settings. This is a great time to build hands-on classroom experience, strengthen your skills, and form meaningful connections that set you up for success before the fall hiring rush. Connect with a recruiter today to explore available roles. In this supportive School Aide position, your responsibilities will include preparing learning tools, supervising students during activities and transitions, and assisting the teacher in meeting the needs of all learners.

Responsibilities:

• Assisting the classroom teacher to maintain a safe learning environment
• Provide one-on-one or small group assistance to students with special needs, reinforcing lessons and implementing IEPs to achieve goals
• Assist in compiling classroom communications including supporting with differentiation for different children's needs
• Assist with classroom management, redirecting behavior, and implementing behavior management plans
• Facilitate interactions between students with disabilities and their peers, teaching and modeling strategies for positive interaction
• Use a variety of learning methods to enhance the student learning experiences and support them as needed
• Support with personal care or hygiene as needed, including toileting, feeding, and dressing

Required Qualifications/Experience:

• 48 Credits or higher,or an associates degree or higher
• Experience working with children with special educational needs
• Experience working with personal care
• Passion for working within special education
• U.S. work authorization (Zen Educate cannot provide sponsorship for an employment visa or relocation assistance at this time)
• Applicants must be professionally proficient in English
• CPR and First Aid (certification will be provided for otherwise qualified candidates)

Physical Requirements:

• Comfortable being on your feet and moving around the classroom throughout the day
• Able to lift up to 20 lbs and safely assist students when needed (kneeling, bending, quick response)
• Additional physical requirements may be requested during your application process Preferred Qualifications
• Previous experience working in special education
• Behavioral Technician or PCA experience
• Crisis prevention (CPI) training

Salary Pay:

$25

• $29 per hour, paid weekly.

Schedule:

Monday to Friday, within hours of 7:30 am

• 3:00/4:30 pm (no weekend work).

Benefits:

• Weekly pay
• Paid Sick Leave
• 401K (certain eligibility criteria) Ready to get started?

Connect with a recruiter today to explore open opportunities. About Zen Zen Educate helps schools hire dedicated paraprofessionals and teaching assistants, creating smart, timely matches that support students with special education needs and strengthen school communities. Why Zen At Zen Educate, we take the time to understand your preferences, experience, and career goals, then match you with schools that fit your needs. Our personalized approach makes finding the right role faster, easier, and more rewarding.

Ref:

SF_TA_ZA-Apr26

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

$25.00

• $29.

00 per hour

Work Location:

In person