Paraprofessional - Daily Substituting

Zen Educate Inc.; Allison Park (PA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly direct deposit pay

Professional development & role‑based

Paid sick leave

Medical insurance available after 1,56

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Zen Educate Inc. is seeking Personal Care Assistants (PCAs) to support students for the 2026-2027 School Year with daily substitute opportunities in Special Education classrooms.

Work is flexible and you can pick up assignments day to day using our app, with potential for longer-term roles if a good fit. You will assist licensed staff with academic adaptations, self-care, and social/behavioral needs, helping students in crisis and supporting IEP goals.

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.

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

Experience with special needs

US work authorization

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking Personal Care Assistants (PCAs) to join us supporting students for the 2026-2027 School Year! We're excited to share daily substitute 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.

About Zen Educate

Zen Educate connects schools with passionate, high-quality educators through a simple and transparent hiring process. We partner with public and charter schools to help them find the right staff, while making it easier for educators to discover roles that fit their skills, preferences, and career goals. Our mission is to create better outcomes for students by supporting the educators who make it happen, through smarter matching, fairer pay, and ongoing support.

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. This role would consist of providing daily substitute coverage in special education classes - with the possibility of securing a longer-term position if interested/fit is right.

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

Pay: $20 per hour, paid weekly. Schedule: Employee set schedule - You will get to choose what days you are available to pick up 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: #PITTAZA-Oct26