We are looking for a part-time paraprofessional, wanting to start in the next four weeks, 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 2023-2024 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 basic-level 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

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Schedule:

• No weekends

Work Location: In person