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Zen Educate US

Hidden Meadows, CA (In Person)

$48,360 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 5 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/3/2026

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Job Description

Don't Wait for Fall
  • Join Our Classroom Team Today!
We're hiring now! Zen Educate is looking for Para Educators. If you're passionate about supporting students with special needs and want a role where you can make a real impact, this could be your next step. About Zen Educate Zen Educate is tackling the educator shortage by helping schools connect with passionate teaching assistants and paraprofessionals. We're proud to support both schools and staff by creating smart, fast matches that benefit students and communities alike. Our Teacher Aides are fundamental to a smoothly running classroom, providing practical support that allows teachers to focus on instruction, while also offering encouragement and guidance to students throughout the school day. 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:
Hidden Meadows, CA 92026 (Required)
Work Location:
In person Teaching Assistant
  • Great Opportunity 3.9 3.9 out of 5 stars Hidden Meadows, CA 92026 $22.00
  • $24.50 an hour
  • Part-time, Full-time Zen Educate US 139 reviews $22.00
  • $24.50 an hour
  • Part-time, Full-time Don't Wait for Fall
  • Join Our Classroom Team Today!
We're hiring now! Zen Educate is looking for Para Educators. If you're passionate about supporting students with special needs and want a role where you can make a real impact, this could be your next step. About Zen Educate Zen Educate is tackling the educator shortage by helping schools connect with passionate teaching assistants and paraprofessionals. We're proud to support both schools and staff by creating smart, fast matches that benefit students and communities alike. Our Teacher Aides are fundamental to a smoothly running classroom, providing practical support that allows teachers to focus on instruction, while also offering encouragement and guidance to students throughout the school day. 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:
Hidden Meadows, CA 92026 (Required)
Work Location:
In person

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