Teaching Assistant - Immediate Start

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.👋 About Zen Educate Zen Educate is tackling the educator shortage by helping schools connect with passionate teaching assistants and paraprofessionals. We’re proud to support both schools and staff by creating smart, fast matches that benefit students and communities alike.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 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:- High school diploma or the equivalent - 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 EnglishPhysical 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- Past work experience in a school- CPR and First Aid- CPI TrainingSalaryPay: $22 - $26 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 feel the difference you can make.Ref: #SCTAZA-May26