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Assistant Teacher - Great Opportunity

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Zen Educate US

Encinitas, CA (In Person)

$48,360 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 4 days ago (Updated 1 day ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/4/2026

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Job Description

Assistant Teacher
  • Great Opportunity Zen Educate US
  • 3.9 Encinitas, CA Job Details Part-time | Full-time $22.00
  • $24.50 an hour 20 hours ago Qualifications School experience Working with individuals with disabilities English High school diploma or GED Working with children Working with students Full Job Description Limited Positions
  • & Secure Your Classroom Role Before Summer Break!
The end of the school year is the ideal time to step into a rewarding education role. We're actively hiring paraprofessionals and support staff to assist special education students. About Zen Educate Zen Educate is tackling the educator shortage by helping schools connect with passionate teaching assistants and paraprofessionals. We're proud to support both schools and staff by creating smart, fast matches that benefit students and communities alike. Step into an Assistant Teacher role and gain valuable teaching experience by actively participating in all aspects of classroom management and instruction, from developing learning materials to guiding student projects. 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 and de-escalate behaviors
  • Work with individuals and/or small groups when activities and assignments are presented
  • Provides support for students in crisis
  • Utilize a variety of learning methods to enhance the student's learning experiences and support them as needed. Required Qualifications
  • High school diploma obtained in the United States
  • 6+ months experience supporting people with special needs (in any capacity), ideally child-focused experience
  • 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
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 / Experience
  • Experience working in special education, particularly with moderate to severe behaviors
  • Experience with personal care tasks, like diapering and toileting
  • Experience handling unexpected behaviour, such as hitting and biting
  • Comfortable with eloping
  • Experience with behaviour strategies and methodologies
  • Experience in collecting data and following BI plan
  • Associate's degree or higher (obtained in the US or US equivalency check completed)
  • Pro-Act training
  • Certification in
CPR and First Aid Salary Pay:
$22
  • $24.
50 per hour, paid weekly.
Schedule:
Monday to Friday, within hours of 7:30 am
  • 3:00/4:30 pm (no weekend work)
Benefits:
  • Paid weekly
  • 401K (certain eligibility criteria)
  • Long-term employment opportunities within the District Ready to shape the future of learning?
Apply today and help every student reach their full potential
Ref:
#SDTAZA-Jun26
Pay:
$22.00
  • $24.
50 per hour
Work Location:
In person