Personal Care Attendant

• Immediate Start Zen Educate US
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8 Fox Chapel, PA Job Details Part-time | Full-time $20 an hour 3 hours ago Benefits Paid training Dental insurance Vision insurance 401(k) matching Paid sick time Qualifications Experience working with individuals with disabilities English Developmental disability care assistance High school diploma or GED Working with students Direct support Full Job Description We are seeking Personal Care Assistants (PCAs) to join us supporting students for the 2026-2027 School Year! We're excited to share Daily Substitute & Long Term opportunities for Special Education Paraprofessionals and Personal Care Assistants (PCAs)! This flexible role is perfect for those who want to support K-12 students while managing their own schedule. Using our app, you can easily pick up assignments day to day and make an immediate impact in classrooms supporting students with diverse special education needs 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. In this role you will be positively contributing to the lives of children in special education by supporting licensed teachers with academic adaptations, self-care, and social/behavioral needs. Please note

• These roles are in Fox Chapel and will require a vehicle to commute to the school.

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
• Celebrate the students you're working with
• Support students with elements of personal care (feeding, toileting, etc.

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Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• 3 months experience with Special Needs or Disabilities
• 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
• Behavioral Technician or PCA experience
• Crisis prevention (CPI) training
• CPR certification

Salary & Schedule Pay:

$20 per hour, paid weekly.

Substitute Roles Schedule:

Employee set schedule

• You will get to choose what days you are available to pick up work! Candidates will need to be available atleast 3+ days per week within hours of 7:30
• 3:00/4:30 pm.

Long Term Roles Schedule:

Minimum 5 days throughout Monday to Friday, within hours of 7:30

• 3:00/4:30 pm. Benefits and other offerings
• Weekly pay by direct deposit, with paper check available on request
• Professional development, including in-app training, paid role-specific certifications where applicable, and additional development opportunities depending on role and location
• Paid sick leave in accordance with applicable state and local law
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance available when eligibility requirements are met, which includes working more than 1,560 hours in a 12 month period.
• 401(k) retirement plan with no employer match available when eligibility requirements are met, which includes working more than 1,000 hours in a 12 month period or more than 500 hours/year in a 24 month period.

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

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Pay:

$20.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person