Assistant Teacher - Immediate Start

Zen Educate Inc.; Cranberry Township (Butler County); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Professional development

Paid sick leave

Health insurance eligibility

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Zen Educate is seeking Personal Care Assistants and paraprofessionals to support K-12 students with special needs in Fox Chapel area. These roles are available on a day-to-day and long-term basis, with a flexible schedule through our app. You will assist licensed teachers with academic adaptations, self-care, and social/behavioral needs.

Pay is $20 per hour, paid weekly, with vehicle required for commute. The roles require US work authorization and sponsorship is not provided at this time.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 3 months experience with Special Needs or Disabilities.
• Applicants must have professional proficiency in English.
• US Work Authorization - Zen Educate cannot provide sponsorship for an employment visa or relocation assistance at this time.

Responsibilities

• Assisting licensed staff in the classroom.
• Aid students in meeting their individualized education plan (IEP).
• Maintain a classroom environment that is conducive to learning.
• Work with individuals and/or small groups when activities and assignments are presented.
• Provide support for students in crisis.
• Utilize a variety of learning methods to enhance the student's learning experiences and support them as needed.
• Celebrate the students you’re working with.
• Support students with elements of personal care (feeding, toileting, etc.).

Skills

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

Secure Your Role for the 2026–2027 Academic Year!
Step into full-time paraprofessional and classroom aide roles and support students with special needs in real classroom settings. You'll grow your skills, gain meaningful experience, and work where your support matters every day. These roles support students with a range of special education needs, including mild, moderate, and severe needs.

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. When you join Zen, you’re not just taking an assignment, you’re joining an educator-first platform that supports you every step of the way. We are actively hiring to support students with specialized academic, social, and physical needs

Join our team as an Assistant Teacher and be a proactive force in education, sharing your passion and skills to enhance student learning and contribute to a high-quality, collaborative teaching environment.

We are seeking Personal Care Assistants (PCAs) to join us supporting students.
We’re excited to share Daily Substitute & Long Term opportunities for Special Education Paraprofessionals and Personal Care Assistants (PCAs)! This flexible role is perfect for those who want to support K-12 students while managing their own schedule. Using our app, you can easily pick up assignments day to day and make an immediate impact in classrooms supporting students with diverse special education needs
In this role, you will be positively contributing to the lives of children in special education by supporting licensed teachers with academic adaptations, self-care, and social/behavioral needs.
Please note - These roles are in Fox Chapel and will require a vehicle to commute to the school.

Responsibilities

• Assisting licensed staff in the classroom
• Aid students in meeting their individualized education plan (IEP)
• Maintain a classroom environment that is conducive to learning
• Work with individuals and/or small groups when activities and assignments are presented
• Provide support for students in crisis
• Utilize a variety of learning methods to enhance the student's learning experiences and support them as needed
• Celebrate the students you’re working with
• Support students with elements of personal care (feeding, toileting, etc.)

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• 3 months experience with Special Needs or Disabilities
• Applicants must have professional proficiency in English
• US Work Authorization - Zen Educate cannot provide sponsorship for an employment visa or relocation assistance at this time.

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

• Previous experience working in special education
• Behavioral Technician or PCA experience
• Crisis prevention (CPI) training
• CPR certification

Salary & Schedule

Pay: $20 per hour, paid weekly.

Substitute Roles Schedule: Employee set schedule - You will get to choose what days you are available to pick up work! Candidates will need to be available atleast 3+ days per week within hours of 7:30 - 3:00/4:30 pm.

Long Term Roles Schedule: Minimum 5 days throughout Monday to Friday, within hours of 7:30 - 3:00/4:30 pm.

Benefits and other offerings

• Weekly pay by direct deposit, with paper check available on request
• Professional development, including in-app training, paid role-specific certifications where applicable, and additional development opportunities depending on role and location
• Paid sick leave in accordance with applicable state and local law
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance available when eligibility requirements are met, which includes working more than 1,560 hours in a 12 month period.
• 401(k) retirement plan with no employer match available when eligibility requirements are met, which includes working more than 1,000 hours in a 12 month period or more than 500 hours/year in a 24 month period.

Ref: #PITTAZA-Nov26