Special Education Aide - Great Opportunity

Special Education Aide

• Great Opportunity Zen Educate US
• 3.9 Poway, CA Job Details Part-time | Full-time $22.00
• $24.

50 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid sick time Qualifications Working with individuals with disabilities First aid English De-escalation support in education High school diploma or GED Classroom behavior modification Direct support Student support Classroom experience Working with students with special education needs Full Job Description Start making an impact immediately! There is an urgent need in Poway for dedicated professionals to step in right now and make a difference for our students. While the current school year concludes in early June, joining our team now is a great way to showcase your skills and opens up the strong possibility of securing a position for the next academic year! We're looking for paraprofessionals and classroom aides to support special education students. Now's your chance to develop critical classroom experience, grow your skills, and create strong bonds

• setting you up for success before the fall rush.

About Zen Educate 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 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. As a Behavior Interventionist in a school setting, you will play a crucial role in supporting students with special needs by assisting the classroom teacher. Your focus will be on implementing behavior management plans, redirecting challenging behaviors, facilitating social interactions, and providing one-on-one or small group assistance to help students meet their IEP goals within a structured learning environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Behavioral Support:

  Implement and follow Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) or Individualized Education Plan (IEPs)

• Individualized Support:

  Provide one-on-one or small group support using positive reinforcement and de-escalation strategies to promote self-regulation, social-emotional skills, and engagement.

• Classroom Assistance:

  Collaborate with teachers to maintain a positive, inclusive learning environment and encourage student participation.

• Communication:

  Work closely with teachers, parents, and staff to ensure consistent and effective support for students.

• Personal Care:

  Support with personal care or hygiene as needed, including toileting, feeding, and dressing.
• Note taking: Taking notes and recording data on students progres 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
• Demonstrated hands-on experience safely managing and de-escalating SEVERE behavioral challenges (including but not limited to self-injurious behaviour, elopement, physical aggression toward staff/peers)
• 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:

• 3 months experience de-escalating SEVERE behaviours (including self-injurious behaviour, elopement & physical aggression towards staff/peers).
• 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.

5 per hour

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)
• Join our training sessions and professional development opportunities to stay updated on the latest in special education and behavioral support.

Connect with a recruiter today to get started with your application!

Ref:

#SDTAINDAP-May26

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

$22.00

• $24.

50 per hour Application Question(s): What motivates you to work in education and/or with students in special education? Briefly describe your experience working with folks with special needs Are you comfortable with handling personal care (diapering, toileting)? Are you comfortable with handling unexpected behaviour (biting, hitting)? Do you consent to any phone calls with a member of Zen Educate being recorded (mandatory) Where did you complete your education? (e.g., In the US or outside the US). Have you actively supported and safely de-escalated SEVERE behavioural challenges (including but not limited to self-injurious behaviour, elopement, physical aggression toward staff/peers)? (Required Yes/No) Please confirm you understand that this assignment follows the school calendar, concluding in early June 2026, and does not include summer employment. (Required Yes/No)

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Language:

English (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Poway, CA 92064 (Required)

Work Location:

In person