Classroom Assistant - Support Role - Zen Educate : Job Details

*Turn Your Passion for Helping into Purposeful Work**We're hiring paraprofessionals and classroom aides to support special education students for the 2025–2026 school year. These are school-year positions designed to help you build meaningful experience in SPED classrooms and join a team that's making a difference where it's needed most.*Connect with a recruiter today and take the first step toward a rewarding career in education.*This Classroom Assistant role involves working directly with students under teacher supervision, helping them with assignments, reinforcing instructions, and contributing to a positive and orderly classroom atmosphere.*Responsibilities**- Assisting licensed staff in the classroom- Aid students in meeting their individualized education plan (IEP)- Maintain a classroom environment that is conducive to learning- Work with individuals and/or small groups when activities and assignments are presented- Provides support for students in crisis- Utilize a variety of learning methods to enhance the student's learning experiences and support them as needed*Qualifications**- High School Diploma- 1+ Years Experience working with children - 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.*Preferred Qualifications**- First Aid & CPR Certification- Previous experience working in special education- Crisis prevention training- PCA experience*Compensation & Benefits**Pay:* $18 - $21 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 directly connects passionate educators and support staff with schools through our smart online platform, ensuring better matches and a more efficient hiring process.*Why Zen**At Zen Educate, we're rebuilding the education staffing model to prioritize fair pay for educators and significant cost savings for schools, fostering a healthier educational ecosystem.Ref: DEN-none-TA-June2025-140