Launch Your Career in Education This Spring
As 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 Educate
Zen 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.
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.
Key Responsibilities:
- Behavioral Support: Implement and follow Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) or Individualized Education Plan (IEPs)
- Individualized Support: Provide one-on-one or small group support using positive reinforcement and de-escalation strategies to promote self-regulation, social-emotional skills, and engagement.
- Classroom Assistance: Collaborate with teachers to maintain a positive, inclusive learning environment and encourage student participation.
- Communication: Work closely with teachers, parents, and staff to ensure consistent and effective support for students.
- Personal Care: Support with personal care or hygiene as needed, including toileting, feeding, and dressing.
- Note taking: Taking notes and recording data on students progres
Required Qualifications:
- Demonstrated hands-on experience safely managing and de-escalating SEVERE behavioural challenges (including but not limited to self-injurious behaviour, elopement, physical aggression toward staff/peers) - ABA training or at least 10 months of behavior tech/interventionist experience or RBT certification
- Experience supporting individuals with Special Educational Needs
- Experience with elopement, nonverbal and/or aggressive behaviors
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to stay calm and patient in challenging situations
- English proficiency
- U.S. work authorization (Zen Educate cannot provide sponsorship for an employment visa or relocation assistance at this time)
- Candidates must be 18 years or older to apply
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 process
Preferred Qualifications:
3 months experience de-escalating SEVERE behaviours (including self-injurious behaviour, elopement & physical aggression towards staff/peers). Experience in Special Education, particularly with moderate to severe behaviors, ABA Therapy, Behaviour Technician Experience or AAC Devices
Knowledge of behavioral intervention strategies
CPR and First Aid
ProAct Training
Salary
Pay: $22 - $24.5 per hour
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)
-Join our training sessions and professional development opportunities to stay updated on the latest in special education and behavioral support.
Don’t wait! Apply and connect with a recruiter today and take the first step toward your future in education.
Ref: #SDTAINDAP-Jun26
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $22.00 - $24.50 per hour
Application Question(s):
- What motivates you to work in education and/or with students in special education?
- Briefly describe your experience working with folks with special needs
- Are you comfortable with handling personal care (diapering, toileting)?
- Are you comfortable with handling unexpected behaviour (biting, hitting)?
- Do you consent to any phone calls with a member of Zen Educate being recorded (mandatory)
- Where did you complete your education? (e.g., In the US or outside the US).
- Have you actively supported and safely de-escalated SEVERE behavioural challenges (including but not limited to self-injurious behaviour, elopement, physical aggression toward staff/peers)? (Required Yes/No)
- Please confirm you understand that this assignment follows the school calendar, concluding in early June 2026, and does not include summer employment. (Required Yes/No)
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Language:
Work Location: In person
