Urgent! Paraprofessional - Classroom Support
Company: Zen Educate
Location: Thousand Oaks
Posted on: June 25, 2025
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Job Description:
Job Description Turn Your Passion for Helping into Purposeful
Work We’re hiring paraprofessionals and classroom aides to support
special education students for the 2025–2026 school year. These are
school-year positions designed to help you build meaningful
experience in SPED classrooms and join a team that’s making a
difference where it’s needed most. Connect with a recruiter today
and take the first step toward a rewarding career in education. As
a Paraprofessional, you will play a crucial role in adapting
learning materials, supporting various student needs, and
contributing to the overall positive climate of the classroom under
the guidance of experienced educators. Key Responsibilities:
-Behavioral Support: Implement Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)
or Individualized Education Plan (IEPs) -Individualized Support:
Provide one-on-one or small group support using positive
reinforcement and de-escalation strategies to promote
self-regulation, social-emotional -skills, and engagement.
-Classroom Assistance: Collaborate with teachers to maintain a
positive, inclusive learning environment and encourage student
participation. -Communication: Work closely with teachers, parents,
and staff to ensure consistent and effective support for students.
-Personal Care: Support with personal care or hygiene as needed,
including toileting, feeding, and dressing. Required
Qualifications/Experience: -High School Diploma -Experience
supporting individuals with Special Educational Needs -Excellent
communication and interpersonal skills -Ability to stay calm and
patient in challenging situations -English proficiency -U.S. work
authorization (Zen Educate cannot provide sponsorship for an
employment visa or relocation assistance at this time) Preferred
Qualifications: -Experience in Special Education, particularly with
moderate to severe behaviors, ABA Therapy, Behaviour Technician
Experience or AAC Devices -Knowledge of behavioral intervention
strategies -CPR and First Aid -CPI or Pro Act Training Compensation
& Benefits Pay: $20 - $23 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) -Join our training sessions and professional
development opportunities to stay updated on the latest in special
education and behavioral support. About 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 you love! We pride
ourselves on providing continuous, personalized support throughout
your application process. We're here to help solve the educator
shortage while helping great professionals like you thrive in
rewarding roles. Why Zen At Zen Educate, we’re transforming how
educators find their perfect roles, making the process simpler,
fairer, and more rewarding. Our innovative platform connects
educators with schools in a way that’s transparent, efficient, and
empowering. We’re passionate about offering fair pay, lowering
costs for schools, and reinvesting in what truly matters: students.
Plus, we offer personalized support and free training to help you
thrive. Join Zen Educate and discover a better, smarter way to work
in education Ref: LA-none-TA-June2025-130
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