Instructional Assistant - Special Education

Company: Zen Educate
Location: Mission Viejo
Posted on: April 19, 2025

Job Description:

Hiring multiple candidates, Easy Apply, Full TimeJob DescriptionWe are looking for short-term, long-term, part-time, and full-time Teaching Aides to start in August to work with K-12 across Orange County.As a Teaching Aide, you will support the classroom teacher by working with individuals and small groups to reinforce instructional material.In this role, you will get the opportunity to positively contribute to the lives of children in special education and make a meaningful impact on their development. This role comes with a competitive hourly rate between $19 - $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 7/7:30 - 3:00/4:30 pm. Total weekly hours are typically 25-35. This position is for the 2024-2025 school year. Responsibilities:

• Assisting the classroom teacher
• Work with individual and (or) small groups of students to reinforce instructed material
• Assist in compiling classroom communications
• Maintain a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and a safe learning environment
• Utilize a variety of learning methods to enhance the student learning experiences and support them as needed
• Support with personal care or hygiene as needed - toileting specifically Benefits:
  • Paid Weekly
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • 401K (certain eligibility criteria)Qualifications:
    • High school diploma or the equivalent
    • US Work Authorization - Zen Educate cannot provide sponsorship for an employment visa or relocation assistance at this time.
    • Applicants must have professional proficiency in English
    • Experience working with children with special educational needs
    • Experience working with personal care - toileting specifically Preferred Qualifications:
      • ParaPro Certification or similar
      • Past work experience in a school
      • CPI TrainingWhy 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 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-LA Ref:INDUS_LA_S_TA_xml-1_Apr-2025

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