Instructional Aide - Hiring

Looking for a Rewarding Role for the 2026–2027 School Year?

About Zen Educate

Zen Educate makes finding your perfect role in education easier! We are a company dedicated to matching you to your ideal education position based on your preferences and getting you into a school you love! We pride ourselves on providing continuous, personalized support throughout your application process. We are a company ready to make a difference in education and support the current educator shortage.

Our Teacher Aides are fundamental to a smoothly running classroom, providing practical support that allows teachers to focus on instruction, while also offering encouragement and guidance to students throughout the school day.

Key Responsibilities

- Assist licensed staff in the classroom by helping implement academic adaptations and individualized education plans (IEPs).

- Work with students individually or in small groups to support their self-care and social/behavioral needs.

- Maintain a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to learning.

- Provide timely support for students in crisis situations.

- Utilize a variety of learning methods to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.

Required Qualifications

- Hold an Associate Degree or higher from a US-accredited college or university OR hold a high school diploma plus a passed ParaPro Assessment, with a qualifying score of at least 456.

- 6+ months experience supporting people with special needs (in any capacity), ideally child-focused experience

- 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 / Experience

- Valid Educational Aide Permit

- Experience working in special education, particularly with moderate to severe behaviors

- Experience with personal care tasks, like diapering and toileting

- Experience handling unexpected behaviour, such as hitting and biting

- Comfortable with eloping

- Experience with behaviour strategies and methodologies

- Experience in collecting data and following BI plan

- Certification in CPR and First Aid

Salary

Pay: $16 - $19 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.

Connect with a recruiter today to get started with your application!

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