Description

Secure Your Classroom Role Before Summer Break!
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. These roles support students with a range of special education needs, including mild, moderate, and severe needs.
👋 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.
Join us as a Classroom Aide and make a tangible difference every day by providing the crucial support that helps create a nurturing, organized, and effective learning setting for young minds to flourish.
Responsibilities
* Behavioral Intervention: Implement individualized Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) for students with autism and emotional/behavioral needs. Use evidence-based strategies including positive reinforcement, de-escalation techniques, and proactive behavior supports to help students regulate emotions and develop coping skills.
* Targeted Support: Provide one-on-one or small group behavioral support, tailoring interventions to each student's needs. Support students in building self-regulation, social-emotional skills, and classroom engagement.
* Classroom Collaboration: Work closely with teachers and behavior specialists to create a structured, supportive learning environment. Support classroom management by reinforcing expectations, modeling positive behavior, and helping students stay on task.
* Progress Monitoring: Track and document behavioral data consistently, including incidents, triggers, responses, and outcomes. Use this data to inform adjustments to BIPs and support team decision-making.
* Team Communication: Partner with special education staff, behavior analysts, and families to maintain a unified approach to student support. Share observations and collaborate on strategies to ensure consistency across environments.
* Personal Care: Support students with daily routines such as toileting, feeding, or mobility.
Required Qualifications/Experience:
* High School Diploma
* Experience supporting individuals with Special Educational Needs
* Experience providing personal care support
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to stay calm and patient in challenging situations
* US Work Authorization - Zen Educate cannot provide sponsorship for an employment visa or relocation assistance at this time.
* English proficiency
* Passion for supporting students
* CPR and First Aid (certification will be provided for otherwise qualified candidates)
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/Experience
* Experience supporting children with autism, complex or severe emotional needs, or in roles such as ABA therapy
* Experience in special education, particularly with moderate to severe behaviors
* Bachelor's Degree
* Knowledge of behavioral intervention strategies
* Additional training in behavioral techniques
Salary
Pay: $25 - $29 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)
Ready to get started? Connect with a recruiter today to explore open opportunities.
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Ref: #SFTAZA-Jun26