Assistant Teacher - Great Opportunity

Assistant Teacher

• Great Opportunity Zen Educate US
• 3.9 Cleveland, OH Job Details Part-time | Full-time $16
• $19 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance 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 Make a Lasting Impact Before the Next School Year 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 connects schools with passionate, high-quality educators through a simple and transparent hiring process. We partner with public and charter schools to help them find the right staff, while making it easier for educators to discover roles that fit their skills, preferences, and career goals. Our mission is to create better outcomes for students by supporting the educators who make it happen, through smarter matching, fairer pay, and ongoing support. Join our team as an Assistant Teacher and be a proactive force in education, sharing your passion and skills to enhance student learning and contribute to a high-quality, collaborative teaching environment. Key Responsibilities

• Assist licensed staff in the classroom by helping implement academic adaptations and individualized education plans (IEPs).
• Work with students individually or in small groups to support their self-care and social/behavioral needs.
• Maintain a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to learning.
• Provide timely support for students in crisis situations.
• Utilize a variety of learning methods to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes. Required Qualifications
• Hold an Associate Degree or higher from a US-accredited college or university OR hold a high school diploma plus a passed ParaPro Assessment, with a qualifying score of at least 456.
• 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
• Valid Educational Aide Permit
• 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
• Certification in

CPR and First Aid Salary Pay:

$16

• $19 per 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 Ready to get started?

Connect with a recruiter today to explore open opportunities. Don't wait! Apply and connect with a recruiter today and take the first step toward your future in education.

Ref:

#CLETAZA-Jun26

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

$16.00

• $19.

00 per hour

Work Location:

In person