Classroom Assistant - Hiring

Start the 2026–2027 school year strong. 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. Don’t wait, connect with a recruiter today and see how we can help you find the perfect role.

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

As a Paraprofessional, you will play a crucial role in adapting learning materials, supporting various student needs, and contributing to the overall positive climate of the classroom under the guidance of experienced educators.

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

Required Qualifications:

60 credits or an Associate's Degree

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

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

Past work experience in a school

CPR and First Aid

CPI Training

Salary

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 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: #SCTAZA-Oct26

Full Time