Instructional Assistant

Position: Instructional Assistant - Hiring Now
We're hiring now! 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.  Zen Educate is tackling the educator shortage by helping schools connect with passionate teaching assistants and paraprofessionals.

We’re proud to support both schools and staff by creating smart, fast matches that benefit students and communities alike. When you join Zen, you’re not just taking an assignment, you’re joining an educator-first platform that supports you every step of the way. We are actively hiring to support students with specialized academic, social, and physical needs
Provide one-on-one or small group assistance to students with special needs, reinforcing lessons and implementing IEPs to achieve goals
Assist in compiling classroom communications including supporting with differentiation for different children’s needs
Facilitate interactions between students with disabilities and their peers, teaching and modeling strategies for positive interaction
Use a variety of learning methods to enhance the student learning experiences and support them as needed
Support with personal care or hygiene as needed, including toileting, feeding, and dressing
High school diploma or the equivalent
Experience working with children with special educational needs
Experience working with personal care
S. work authorization (Zen Educate cannot provide sponsorship for an employment visa or relocation assistance at this time)
Applicants must be professionally proficient in English
Additional physical requirements may be requested during your application process
Past work experience in a school
CPI Training
Pay: $22 - $26 per hour, paid weekly.

Schedule:

Monday to Friday, within hours of 7:30 am - 3:00/4:30 pm (no weekend work).
Weekly pay by direct deposit, with paper check available on request
~ Professional development, including in-app training, paid role-specific certifications where applicable, and additional development opportunities depending on role and location
~ Paid sick leave in accordance with applicable state and local law
~ Medical, dental, and vision insurance available when eligibility requirements are met, which includes working more than 1,560 hours in a 12 month period.
~401(k) retirement plan with no employer match available when eligibility requirements are met, which includes working more than 1,000 hours in a 12 month period or more than 500 hours/year in a 24 month period.