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Instructional Aide - Immediate Start

Instructional Aide - Immediate Start

Zen EducateHoly City, CA, United States
2 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Limited Positions - Now hiring for the 2025–2026 school year.

Your Opportunity to Make a Difference and Inspire Starts Now. We’re hiring paraprofessionals and classroom support staff for immediate hire to work with students who need specialized support. These roles are focused on SPED classrooms and are ideal for those looking to grow their skills and make a meaningful impact all year long.

Ready to get started? Connect with a recruiter today to feel the difference you can make.

As an Instructional Aide, you’ll work closely with classroom teachers to support K–12 students with autism and behavioral needs. You’ll provide one-on-one and small group assistance, helping implement behavior plans and create a positive, structured learning environment where every student can thrive.

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 children’s 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 (certification will be provided for otherwise qualified candidates)
  • Physical Requirements :

  • Comfortable being on your feet and moving around the classroom throughout the day
  • Able to lift up to 20 lbs and safely assist students when needed (kneeling, bending, quick response)
  • Additional physical requirements may be requested during your application process
  • Preferred Qualifications / Experience

  • Past work experience in a school
  • CPI Training
  • Salary

    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.

    Why Zen

    At Zen Educate, we take the time to understand your preferences, experience, and career goals — then match you with schools that fit your needs. Our personalized approach makes finding the right role faster, easier, and more rewarding.

    About Zen

    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.

    Ref : SF-NHQ 1-TA-October2025-126

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