Special Education Paraprofessional - Zen Educate

Hiring multiple candidates, Easy Apply, Part Time, Flexible

Job Description

We are looking for a part-time paraprofessional, 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 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 - $22 per hour, paid weekly. With this role there is no requirement to work weekends and will be on variable days per week based on your schedule and 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

• Paid Sick Leave

• 401K (certain eligibility criteria)

• 1 year of paraprofessional training provided

Required Qualifications:

• 60 college credits or higher, or

• A passing score on the Paraeducator Assessment (65% or higher on the Instructional Support test and 70% or higher on the Knowledge and Application test), or

• A passing score on the Paraprofessional Assessment (combined score of 460 or above)

• 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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