Looking for a Rewarding Role for the 2025–2026 School Year? Were excited to be expanding to the San Francisco Peninsula area! Join us as a full-time paraprofessional, supporting K–12 students with special needs during the 2025–2026 school year. Make a real impact while growing your career in education.

This Teaching Assistant role provides a dynamic opportunity to contribute to the instructional environment, assisting with lesson preparation, classroom management, and providing tailored support to meet diverse student needs. Responsibilities - Assisting the classroom teacher to maintain a safe learning environment - 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 childrens needs - Assist with classroom management, redirecting behavior, and implementing behavior management plans - 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

Required Qualifications/Experience - High school diploma or the equivalent - Experience working with children with special educational needs - Experience working with personal care - Passion for working within special education - U.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 - CPR and First Aid

Preferred Qualifications/Experience - Past work experience in a school - CPI Training

Compensation & Benefits Pay: $24 - $28 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)

Ready to get started? Connect with a recruiter today to explore open opportunities. About Zen Zen Educate leverages cutting-edge technology and a dedicated support team to provide a seamless experience for teachers, teaching assistants, and support staff looking for their next role in US schools.

Why Zen Receive Dedicated Support When You Need It: While our platform empowers independence, Zen Educates friendly team is always here to provide guidance and assistance throughout your journey.

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