Special Education Teacher

Get Set for the 2025-2026 School Year!

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.

As a Special Education Teacher, you’ll provide tailored instruction to K–12 students with diverse learning needs, supporting their IEP goals in inclusive classroom settings. Working across multiple schools, you’ll build strong relationships, gain valuable experience, and make a lasting impact on a consistent weekday schedule with no weekend hours.

Responsibilities

- Support the school where needed

- Maintain a classroom environment that is conducive to learning

- Assign lessons and follow the classroom teacher’s lesson plans

- Maintaining a safe learning environment

- Utilize a variety of learning methods to enhance the students’ learning experiences and support them as needed

Required Qualifications:

- Substitute Teaching License in Arizona

- IVP Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card

- Experience working with children

-Applicants must have professional proficiency in English

-US Work Authorization as Zen Educate is unable to sponsor any 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:

- Subject matter expertise

- Bachelor’s Degree

- Experience supporting SPED students

Salary:

- Pay: $150 - $170 per day

- Schedule: Monday to Thursday, within hours of 7:30 - 3:00/4:30 pm

Benefits:

- Weekly pay

- Paid Sick Leave

- 401K (certain eligibility criteria)

Why Zen

At Zen Educate, we’re transforming how educators find their perfect roles, making the process simpler, fairer, and more rewarding. Our innovative platform connects educators with schools in a way that’s transparent, efficient, and empowering. We’re passionate about offering fair pay, lowering costs for schools, and reinvesting in what truly matters: students.

About Zen

Zen Educate helps schools hire dedicated paraprofessionals and teaching assistants, creating smart, timely matches that support students with special education needs and strengthen school communities.

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