K12 Teacher

K12 Teacher at Zen Educate summary:

This full-time teaching role supports students with special education needs in K-12 classroom settings, requiring a Minnesota teaching license and a bachelor’s degree. Responsibilities include delivering lessons, managing classrooms, and maintaining a safe, conducive learning environment. The position offers schedule flexibility, weekly pay, and professional growth opportunities within public and charter schools.

Get Set for the  School Year!
Step into full-time paraprofessional and classroom aide roles and support students with special needs in real classroom settings. You'll grow your skills, gain meaningful experience, and work where your support matters every day. These roles support students with a range of special education needs, including mild, moderate, and severe needs.

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This full-time teaching role is ideal for licensed educators looking to gain diverse classroom experience across multiple schools. You’ll deliver lessons, manage classrooms, and support students’ academic development while enjoying schedule flexibility and professional growth.

Key Responsibilities:

- Maintain a classroom environment that is conducive to learning
- Assign lessons and follow the classroom lesson plans
- Maintaining a safe learning environment
- Utilize a variety of learning methods to enhance students learning experiences and support them as needed

Qualifications:

- Minnesota Teachers License
- Bachelor’s degree or higher
- 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.

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:

- Tier 3 or 4 MN teaching license

Salary
Pay: $180 - $210/day, 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)

Why Zen
Zen Educate connects passionate educators with schools that need them most. Every match helps build stronger classrooms and brighter futures for students. We make the process simple, transparent, and focused on what really matters, impact.

About Zen
Zen Educate partners with public and charter schools across various school districts to build stronger school communities. Our team is committed to supporting educators with personalized job matches and ongoing mentorship at every step.

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Keywords:

K12 teacher, special education, classroom aide, licensed educator, Minnesota teacher license, student support, lesson planning, classroom management, educational mentorship, professional growth