Teaching Assistant - Great Opportunity

California Jobs; Cameron Park (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading educational platform as a Teacher Aide, where you will offer vital support to K-12 students, especially those with special needs. This full-time position involves working alongside teachers, managing classroom dynamics, and enhancing students' educational experiences through tailored assistance.

Benefits

Weekly pay

Paid Sick Leave

401K eligibility

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with special needs is required.
• High school diploma or equivalent necessary.
• Preference for past experience in a school setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist the classroom teacher to maintain a safe learning environment.
• Provide one-on-one support to students with special needs.
• Facilitate positive interactions among students and manage classroom dynamics.

Skills

Experience working with children with special educational needs

Passion for working within special education

Professional proficiency in English

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CPR and First Aid

CPI Training

Job description

Get Set for the 2025-2026 School Year!
We're looking for dedicated Teacher Aides to join K-12 schools in the Sacramento area. This full-time role offers a fantastic opportunity to support students with special needs and contribute meaningfully to their educational journey. If you're ready to start a fulfilling career in education, talk to a recruiter now to explore this great opportunity!

As a Teacher Aide, you'll work under the guidance of classroom teachers to provide essential support to K-12 students, particularly those with special needs. You will assist with instructional activities, help manage classroom dynamics, facilitate positive interactions among students, and support students' individual learning and personal care needs to help them achieve their academic and developmental goals.

Responsibilities
- Assisting the classroom teacher to maintain a safe learning environment
- Provide one-on-one or small group assistance to students with special needs, reinforcing lessons and implementing IEPs to achieve goals
- Assist in compiling classroom communications including supporting with differentiation for different children's needs
- Assist with classroom management, redirecting behavior, and implementing behavior management plans
- Facilitate interactions between students with disabilities and their peers, teaching and modeling strategies for positive interaction
- Use a variety of learning methods to enhance the student learning experiences and support them as needed
- Support with personal care or hygiene as needed, including toileting, feeding, and dressing

Qualifications
- High school diploma or the equivalent
- Experience working with children with special educational needs
- Experience working with personal care
- Passion for working within special education
- U.S. work authorization (Zen Educate cannot provide sponsorship for an employment visa or relocation assistance at this time)
- Applicants must be professionally proficient in English

Preferred Qualifications
- Past work experience in a school
- CPR and First Aid
- CPI Training

Compensation & Benefits
Pay: $22-26 per hour, paid weekly.
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)

About Zen
Zen Educate is redefining how educators find their next role. Our platform streamlines the job search process, making it faster and easier for you to find opportunities that align with your skills, goals, and values — all with personalized support.

Why Zen
Finding your ideal school position is quicker with Zen Educate. We tailor our search to your specific needs and ambitions, ensuring a better match and a smoother journey to your next role.

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About the company

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