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Instructional Assistant

$22 - $24.5 per hour

Zen Educate

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.
We are actively recruiting for 2026/2027 roles, starting upon the launch of the new school year. We are reserving roles in a first-come first-serve manner, so apply now to get your foot in the door and secure your next role before the first day of school!

???? About Zen Educate
Zen Educate partners with public and charter schools across various school districts to build stronger school communities. Our team is committed to supporting educators with personalized job matches and ongoing mentorship at every step.

Our Instructional Assistants 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.

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 and de-escalate behaviors
  • Work with individuals and/or small groups when activities and assignments are presented
  • Provides support for students in crisis
  • Utilize a variety of learning methods to enhance the student's learning experiences and support them as needed.

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

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

Ref: #SDTAZA-Aug26

Vacancy posted 3 days ago
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