Instructional Aide - Immediate Start

Job Description

Limited Positions - Apply Now & Secure Your Classroom Role Before Summer Break!
\n The end of the school year is the ideal time to step into a rewarding education role. We’re actively hiring paraprofessionals and support staff to assist special education students.

???? About Zen Educate
\n At Zen Educate, our mission is simple: to support schools by connecting them with dedicated, high-quality education professionals. We believe in making the hiring process easier for educators and creating better outcomes for students.

Join our team as a Teaching Assistant and actively participate in the educational journey of students, providing essential support that helps bridge learning gaps and inspires a love for knowledge.

Responsibilities:

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• Assisting the classroom teacher to maintain a safe learning environment
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• Provide one-on-one or small group assistance to students with special needs, reinforcing lessons and implementing IEPs to achieve goals
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• Assist in compiling classroom communications including supporting with differentiation for different children’s needs
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• Assist with classroom management, redirecting behavior, and implementing behavior management plans
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• Facilitate interactions between students with disabilities and their peers, teaching and modeling strategies for positive interaction
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• Use a variety of learning methods to enhance the student learning experiences and support them as needed
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• Support with personal care or hygiene as needed, including toileting, feeding, and dressing
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Required Qualifications/Experience:

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• 48 Credits or higher,or an associates degree or higher
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• Experience working with children with special educational needs
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• Experience working with personal care
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• Passion for working within special education
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• U.S. work authorization (Zen Educate cannot provide sponsorship for an employment visa or relocation assistance at this time)
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• Applicants must be professionally proficient in English
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• CPR and First Aid (certification will be provided for otherwise qualified candidates)
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Physical Requirements:

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• Comfortable being on your feet and moving around the classroom throughout the day
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• Able to lift up to 20 lbs and safely assist students when needed (kneeling, bending, quick response)
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• Additional physical requirements may be requested during your application process
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Preferred Qualifications

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• Previous experience working in special education
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• Behavioral Technician or PCA experience
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• Crisis prevention (CPI) training
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Salary
\n Pay: $25 - $29 per hour, paid weekly.
\n Schedule: Monday to Friday, within hours of 7:30 am - 3:00/4:30 pm (no weekend work).

Benefits:

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• Weekly pay
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• Paid Sick Leave
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• 401K (certain eligibility criteria)
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Ready to get started? Connect with a recruiter today to explore open opportunities.

Ready to shape the future of learning? Apply today and help every student reach their full potential

Ref: #SFTAZA-Jun26