Teacher Aide - Immediate Start

Teacher Aide

• Immediate Start Lawrence, KS Job Details Part-time | Full-time $18 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance 401(k) Qualifications Crisis intervention Some college CPR Certification CPI Certification Working with individuals with disabilities CPR English De-escalation support in education Assisting with ADLs Working with children Direct support Classroom experience Working with students with special education needs 1 year Associate's degree IEP implementation Crisis management Patient personal care assistance Entry level Classroom management interventions Full Job Description Limited Positions•Now hiring for the 2025-2026 school year.

We're hiring now! Zen Educate is looking for Para Educators. You'll grow your skills, gain meaningful experience, and work where your support matters every day. These roles support students with a range of special education needs, including mild, moderate, and severe needs. Don't wait, connect with a recruiter today and see how we can help you find the perfect role. Join our team as a Special Education Aide and contribute your skills to help students with diverse abilities access the curriculum and participate fully in school life, making every day a step towards their success.

Key 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
• Work with individuals and/or small groups when activities and assignments are presented
• Provide support for students in crisis
• Utilize a variety of learning methods to enhance the student's learning experiences and support them as needed
• Behavior management and de-escalation support
• Celebrate the students you're working with
• Support students with elements of personal care (feeding, toileting, etc.

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Required Qualifications:

• Associates degree or 60 college credits
• 1+ years experience in childcare/education
• 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:

• Previous experience working in special education classroom
• Behavioral Technician or PCA experience
• Crisis prevention (CPI) training
• CPR certification

Salary Pay :

$18/hour, paid weekly.

Schedule :

Monday to Friday, within hours of 7:30 am

• 3:00/4:30 pm (no weekend work).

Benefits:

• Weekly Direct Deposit
• Potential to qualify for health coverage and 401(k) participation, subject to role and eligibility criteria.

Why Zen We believe educators deserve clarity and respect at every step. Zen Educate offers a transparent, streamlined hiring process, fair pay, and ongoing support so you can focus on teaching and making a meaningful impact in classrooms About Zen At Zen Educate, our mission is simple: to support schools by connecting them with dedicated, high-quality education professionals. We believe in making the hiring process easier for educators and creating better outcomes for students.

Ref:

KC-NHQ-TA-March2026-103

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

$18.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person