Teacher Aide

*This role is offered specifically in the City of Chicago and would require commuting into the city to be eligible. Secure Your Role for the 2026–2027 School Year! 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. Now’s your chance to get set up for success and be ready to create strong bonds and make a lasting impact.\u003cbr /\u003eReady to get started? Connect with a recruiter today to feel the difference you can make.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e About Zen Educate \u003cbr /\u003eZen Educate partners with public and charter schools across various school districts. We help schools hire dedicated paraprofessionals and teaching assistants, creating smart, timely matches that support students with special education needs and build stronger school communities.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs a Teacher Aide, you'll support the teacher in fostering a nurturing and productive educational setting, assisting with student needs, managing classroom logistics, and helping to implement daily lesson plans.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eResponsibilities:\u003cbr /\u003e- Assisting licensed staff in the classroom\u003cbr /\u003e- Aid students in meeting their individualized education plan (IEP)\u003cbr /\u003e- Maintain a classroom environment that is conducive to learning\u003cbr /\u003e- Work with individuals and/or small groups when activities and assignments are presented\u003cbr /\u003e- Provide support for students in crisis\u003cbr /\u003e- Utilize a variety of learning methods to enhance the student's learning experiences and support them as needed\u003cbr /\u003e- Celebrate the students you’re working with \u003cbr /\u003e- Support students with elements of personal care (feeding, toileting, etc.)\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRequired Qualifications:\u003cbr /\u003e- Candidates must be able to reliably commute into the City of Chicago, IL, as this role is offered exclusively within Chicago. Applicants must be willing and able to travel into the city to fulfill the requirements of the position.\u003cbr /\u003e- Must be able to reliably commute to downtown Chicago (60603, the Loop) for each scheduled shift.\u003cbr /\u003e- 60 credits, Associates Degree, obtained a passing score on an appropriate ADE assessment, or ParaPro/Praxis Exam \u003cbr /\u003e- 1+ years experience working with children with special needs \u003cbr /\u003e- Applicants must have professional proficiency in English\u003cbr /\u003e- US Work Authorization - Zen Educate cannot provide sponsorship for an employment visa or relocation assistance at this time.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003ePhysical Requirements: \u003cbr /\u003e- Comfortable being on your feet and moving around the classroom throughout the day\u003cbr /\u003e- Able to lift up to 20 lbs and safely assist students when needed (kneeling, bending, quick response)\u003cbr /\u003e- Additional physical requirements may be requested during your application process\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePreferred Qualifications:\u003cbr /\u003e- Educator License with Stipulations (ELS) with a Paraprofessional (PARA) endorsement from the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE)\u003cbr /\u003e- Previous experience working in special education\u003cbr /\u003e- Behavioral Technician or PCA experience\u003cbr /\u003e- Crisis prevention (CPI) training\u003cbr /\u003e- CPR certification\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSalary\u003cbr /\u003ePay: $27 per hour, paid weekly\u003cbr /\u003eSchedule: Minimum two days throughout Monday to Friday, within hours of 7:30 am - 3:00/4:30 pm (no weekend work).\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBenefits and other offerings\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e- Weekly pay by direct deposit, with paper check available on request\u003cbr /\u003e- Professional development, including in-app training, paid role-specific certifications where applicable, and additional development opportunities depending on role and location\u003cbr /\u003e- Paid sick leave in accordance with applicable state and local law\u003cbr /\u003e- Medical, dental, and vision insurance available when eligibility requirements are met, which includes working more than 1,560 hours in a 12 month period.\u003cbr /\u003e- 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.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDon’t wait! Apply and connect with a recruiter today and take the first step toward your future in education.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRef: #CHITAZA-Nov26\u003c/p\u003e --s-p-m1-- Powered by SonicJobs (an advertiser on Monster). By applying, you consent to share your data with SonicJobs and the employer. Monster or SonicJobs does not store or use your application data beyond facilitating the application. See Zen Educate Terms & Conditions at and Privacy Policy at and SonicJobs Privacy Policy at and Terms of Use at