School Special Education Paraprofessionals - Immediate start

Company: Zen Educate
Location: Minneapolis
Posted on: October 31, 2024

Job Description:

Hiring multiple candidates, Easy Apply, Part Time, Flexible Job DescriptionWe 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 Qualifications:
    • High school diploma and must complete ParaEducator Assessment during onboarding process (provided by Zen Educate) or, 60 college credits or higher
    • 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.Ref: INDUS-MSP-TA

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