Assistant Teacher - Great Opportunity

Assistant Teacher

• Great Opportunity Zen Educate US
• 3.9 Escondido, CA Job Details Part-time | Full-time $22.00
• $24.50 an hour 18 hours ago Benefits 401(k) 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. In this significant Assistant Teacher position, you will contribute to curriculum development, assist with student assessment, and help create a positive and inclusive classroom culture that supports all learners. Key Responsibilities

• Behavioral Support:

  Implement and manage behavioral intervention plans (BIPs), provide positive reinforcement, and use de-escalation techniques as necessary.

• Individualized Support:

  Provide personalized support to special education students, tailoring materials and strategies to their unique learning and behavioral needs.

• Classroom Assistance:

  Assist teachers in managing classroom behaviors, fostering a positive and inclusive environment, and encouraging student participation.

• Data Collection:

  Record and maintain detailed data on student progress, behaviors, and interventions to support the special education team.

• Communication:

  Build and maintain effective communication with teachers, parents, and school staff to ensure cohesive and consistent support for students. 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 get started?

Connect with a recruiter today to feel the difference you can make.

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Pay:

$22.00

• $24.

50 per hour

Work Location:

In person