Para Educator - Hiring Now

Zen Educate Inc.; Avondale (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay by direct deposit

Professional development

Paid sick leave

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Zen Educate Inc. in Avondale, AZ is seeking a Para Educator to support students with special needs in the classroom. You will assist licensed staff, help students meet IEP goals, and maintain a positive learning environment, working with individuals or small groups during activities.

This role emphasizes care, adaptability, and strong communication with families and teachers. Ideal candidates have 60 credits or an associate degree, 1+ year experience with children, and familiarity with personal

Qualifications

• 60 credits or an Associate degree, or passing ADE assessment or ParaPro/Praxis.
• 1+ year of experience working with children.
• Experience with students with special educational needs and personal care.

Responsibilities

• Assist licensed staff in the classroom.
• Aid students in meeting IEP goals.
• Maintain a learning-conducive environment.
• Work with individuals or small groups.
• Provide support for students in crisis.
• Assist with community outings.
• Use varied teaching methods to support learning.
• Celebrate student progress.

Skills

Experience with children

Special education support

Personal care experience

Education

60 credits / Associates degree / ParaPro or Praxis

Job description

Job Description

Secure Your Role for the 2026-2027 School Year!
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. Now's your chance to get set up for success and be ready to create strong bonds and make a lasting impact.

About Zen Educate

At Zen Educate, we make it easier for educators to find roles that truly fit. We connect you with schools that match your experience, preferences, and goals, so you can focus on teaching, not job searching. By partnering closely with schools and districts, we create better matches, offer fair pay, and support you throughout your journey, helping you build a career that works for you.

This Paraprofessional role offers a dynamic opportunity to work closely with students, either individually or in small groups, reinforcing lessons, aiding with assignments, and contributing to the children's growth and development.

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
• Support students on outings by driving them into the community
• 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

All these roles require openness to personal care and willingness to learn!

Required Qualifications

• 60 credits, Associates Degree, obtained a passing score on an appropriate ADE assessment, or ParaPro/Praxis Exam
• 1+ Years Experience working with children
• Experience working with children with special educational needs
• Experience working with personal care
• IVP Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card
• 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
• Medical assistant certificate

Salary

Pay: $18 - $22 per hour, paid weekly
Schedule: Monday to Friday, within hours of 7:30 am - 3:00/4:30 pm (no weekend work)

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: #PHXTAZA-Nov26