Job Description
We are looking for full-time school paraprofessionals, if you’re interested in starting in August, to work with K-12 special education students across the Minneapolis-Saint Paul metropolitan area.
As a special education paraprofessional, you will support licensed teachers with academic adaptations, self-care, and social / behavioral needs of students in their classroom on either a one-to-one basis or group setting.
In this role, you will get the opportunity to positively contribute to the lives of children in special education and make a positive impact on their development.
This role comes with a competitive hourly rate between $18 - $23 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.
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
- Provides support for students in crisis
- Utilize a variety of learning methods to enhance the student's learning experiences and support them as needed Benefits :
- Weekly pay
- Weekly pay
- Paid Sick Leave
- 401K (certain eligibility criteria)
- 1 year of paraprofessional training provided
Qualifications :
- High school diploma and must complete ParaEducator Assessment during onboarding process (provided by Zen Educate) or, 60 college credits or higher
- 1-year experience working with children in a classroom setting
- 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 :
- Behavioral Technician or PCA experience working with children
- Past work experience in a school with children with special needs
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.
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