Teacher Aide - Great Opportunity

Launch Your Career in Education This Spring As the school year wraps up, there's no better time to jumpstart your journey in education. We're hiring paraprofessionals and classroom support staff to work with K-12 special education 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! About Zen Educate Zen Educate is a technology-driven platform that connects schools with high-quality educators in a faster, more transparent way. We simplify the hiring process by matching educators to roles that align with their skills, preferences, and availability. By reducing friction for schools and increasing access to opportunities for educators, we're building a more efficient and fair education staffing system. This Teacher Aide opportunity is ideal for those looking to contribute to a vibrant learning atmosphere, assisting with everything from setting up learning centers to providing one-on-one help, making a direct impact on student engagement. 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.

Ref:

#SDTAINDAP-May26

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

$22.00

• $24.

50 per hour Application Question(s): Has your level of education been evaluated for US equivalency? 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)

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Language:

English (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Escondido, CA 92025 (Required)

Work Location:

In person