Paraprofessional - Immediate Start

Looking for a Rewarding Role for the 2025–2026 School Year? We're excited to be expanding to the San Francisco Peninsula area! Join us as a full-time paraprofessional, supporting K–12 students with special needs during the 2025–2026 school year. Make a real impact while growing your career in education.The Special Education Paraprofessional is key to helping classroom teachers establish and maintain a safe, welcoming, and inclusive learning environment. Your main focus will be to deliver specialized assistance to students with special needs. This work includes offering direct one-on-one or small group educational support, ensuring lesson comprehension, actively participating in carrying out IEP objectives, and providing assistance with behavior strategies and personal care as required.Responsibilities:- Assisting the classroom teacher to maintain a safe learning environment - Provide one-on-one or small group assistance to students with special needs, reinforcing lessons and implementing IEPs to achieve goals- Assist in compiling classroom communications including supporting with differentiation for different children's needs- Assist with classroom management, redirecting behavior, and implementing behavior management plans- Facilitate interactions between students with disabilities and their peers, teaching and modeling strategies for positive interaction- Use a variety of learning methods to enhance the student learning experiences and support them as needed- Support with personal care or hygiene as needed, including toileting, feeding, and dressingRequired Qualifications/Experience:- 48 Credits or higher,or an associates degree or higher- Experience working with children with special educational needs- Experience working with personal care - Passion for working within special education- U.S. work authorization (Zen Educate cannot provide sponsorship for an employment visa or relocation assistance at this time)- Applicants must be professionally proficient in English- CPR and First Aid (certification will be provided for otherwise qualified candidates)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 processPreferred Qualifications- Previous experience working in special education- Behavioral Technician or PCA experience- Crisis prevention (CPI) trainingSalaryPay: $25 - $29 per hour, paid weekly.Schedule: Monday to Friday, within hours of 7:30 am - 3:00/4:30 pm (no weekend work).Benefits:- Weekly pay- Paid Sick Leave- 401K (certain eligibility criteria)Ready to get started? Connect with a recruiter today to explore open opportunities.Why ZenAt Zen Educate, we're transforming how educators find their perfect roles, making the process simpler, fairer, and more rewarding. Our innovative platform connects educators with schools in a way that's transparent, efficient, and empowering. We're passionate about offering fair pay, lowering costs for schools, and reinvesting in what truly matters: students.About ZenZen Educate is redefining how educators find their next role. Our platform streamlines the job search process, making it faster and easier for you to find opportunities that align with your skills, goals, and values - all with personalized support.Ref: SF-HQ-TA-March2026-101