Personal Care Attendant - Great Opportunity

Launch Your Career in Education This SpringAs 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 EducateAt 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.As 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.Key ResponsibilitiesBehavioral 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 QualificationsHigh school diploma obtained in the United States6+ months experience supporting people with special needs (in any capacity), ideally child-focused experienceApplicants must have professional proficiency in EnglishUS Work Authorization - Zen Educate cannot provide sponsorship for an employment visa or relocation assistance at this timePhysical Requirements:Comfortable being on your feet and moving around the classroom throughout the dayAble 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 processPreferred Qualifications / ExperienceExperience working in special education, particularly with moderate to severe behaviorsExperience with personal care tasks, like diapering and toiletingExperience handling unexpected behaviour, such as hitting and bitingComfortable with elopingExperience with behaviour strategies and methodologiesExperience in collecting data and following BI planAssociate's degree or higher (obtained in the US or US equivalency check completed)Pro-Act trainingCertification in CPR and First AidSalaryPay: $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 weekly401K (certain eligibility criteria)Long-term employment opportunities within the DistrictDon't wait, start your journey in education now, connect with a recruiter to find your perfect role.Ref: #SDTAZA-Jun26