Special Education Paraprofessional - Hiring Now

Zen Educate Inc.; Avondale (AZ); Vor Ort; USD 25.000 - 30.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Weekly pay

Paid sick leave

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Professional development

Zusammenfassung

Zen Educate Inc. is hiring Para Educators in Avondale, AZ to support students with special needs in a full-time role.

You will assist licensed staff, help students meet IEP goals, and maintain a positive classroom environment. This position offers weekly pay, professional development, and benefits depending on role and location.

Applicants should have 60 credits or an associate degree, English proficiency, and US work authorization. Sponsorship is not available at this time.

Qualifikationen

• 60 credits, Associates Degree, obtained a passing score on an ADE assessment or ParaPro/Praxis exam.
• 1+ years experience working with children.
• Experience with children with special educational needs.
• Experience with personal care.
• IVP Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Applicants must have professional proficiency in English.
• US Work Authorization - Zen Educate cannot provide sponsorship at this time.

Aufgaben

• Assisting licensed staff in the classroom.
• Aid students in meeting their IEPs.
• Maintain a classroom environment conducive to learning.
• Work with individuals and/or small groups during activities and assignments.
• Provide support for students in crisis and assist with community outings.

Ausbildung

60 credits / Associate degree / ParaPro/Praxis

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description

We're hiring now! Zen Educate is looking for Para Educators. If you're passionate about supporting students with special needs and want a full-time role where you can make a real impact, this could be your next step.

???? About Zen Educate

At Zen Educate, our mission is simple: to support schools by connecting them with dedicated, high-quality education professionals. We believe in making the hiring process easier for educators and creating better outcomes for students. 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

This Teaching Assistant opportunity is perfect for individuals passionate about fostering student growth, offering hands-on experience in supporting classroom instruction, managing learning resources, and encouraging a positive academic environment.

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 crisisSupport 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