Teaching Assistant - Hiring Now

Zen Educate is a forward-thinking technology-driven platform dedicated to connecting schools with high-quality educators in a faster, more transparent and efficient manner. By simplifying the hiring process and matching educators' skills, preferences, and availability to the right roles, Zen Educate creates a fair and equitable educational staffing system that benefits both educators and schools. Operating at the forefront of education technology, Zen Educate focuses on reducing friction and increasing accessibility to teaching opportunities, making it a leader in the education staffing space.

The company is currently seeking Para Educators who are passionate about supporting students with special needs. This role is vital in creating an inclusive and supportive classroom environment where every student has the opportunity to succeed. Para Educators work closely with classroom teachers to maintain safe learning spaces, provide one-on-one or small group support, and assist in implementing individualized education programs (IEPs) tailored to student needs. Beyond academic assistance, these educators encourage and guide students socially and behaviorally throughout the school day. The positions available are for the 2026/2027 academic year, with roles starting at the beginning of the school year. Zen Educate emphasizes a first-come, first-serve application process, encouraging interested candidates to apply early to secure their placement.

Para Educators employed through Zen Educate will have a dynamic and rewarding experience. The role involves assisting teachers with classroom management, behavioral interventions, facilitating peer interactions for students with disabilities, and employing varied learning methods to enrich student engagement and learning outcomes. Candidates must be comfortable providing personal care support such as toileting, feeding, and dressing where necessary. The company offers competitive pay ranging from $22 to $26 per hour, with weekly pay cycles and schedules that run Monday through Friday without weekend work, making it an attractive opportunity for those seeking work-life balance.

This position demands a hands-on, compassionate individual who is physically able to spend much of the day on their feet and actively support students by lifting up to 20 pounds and engaging in movements such as kneeling and bending. Zen Educate supports its Para Educators with benefits including paid sick leave and access to a 401K plan subject to eligibility. The role is available both full-time and part-time, providing flexibility to suit different candidate needs. Zen Educate requires applicants to have U.S. work authorization and professional proficiency in English, although it does not currently provide employment visa sponsorship or relocation assistance.

Joining Zen Educate as a Para Educator means becoming part of a vibrant team dedicated to shaping the future of education by providing crucial support to students with special needs. It is an opportunity to make a real impact in the lives of children by fostering their academic, behavioral, and social growth in a supportive, nurturing classroom environment.