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Special Education Support Assistant - Scottsdale schools

Zen Educate
Glendale, AZ, United States
$18-$22 an hour
Full-time

Hiring multiple candidates, Easy Apply, Full Time

Job Description

We are seeking teacher assistants, wanting to start in the next four weeks, to join us supporting students with disabilities who are between the ages of 18 and 22, and who are not yet ready for graduation.

In this role you will be offering functional and vocational curriculum support with instructional focus on the acquisition of skills necessary for independence within the community.

This role comes with a competitive hourly rate between $18 - $22 per hour, paid weekly. With this role there is no requirement to work weekends and will be on a Monday to Friday schedule within hours of 7 : 30 - 3 : 00 / 4 : 30 pm on a full time basis.

This position is for the 2024-2025 school year.

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
  • Provide support for students in crisis
  • Support students on outings by driving them into the community
  • Utilize a variety of learning methods to enhance the student's learning experiences and support them as needed
  • Celebrate the students you’re working with
  • Benefits :
  • Weekly pay
  • Weekly pay
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • 401K (certain eligibility criteria)

Qualifications :

  • 60 credits, Associates Degree, obtained a passing score on an appropriate ADE assessment, or ParaPro / Praxis Exam
  • IVP Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card
  • 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 :

  • Previous experience working in special education
  • Behavioral Technician or PCA experience
  • Crisis prevention (CPI) training
  • CPR certification

Why Zen?

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 (or daycare) 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.

Ref : INDUS-PHX

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