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Zen Educate lists this Para Educator - Hiring Now opportunity in berea, Ohio. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Description
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Secure Your Role for the 2026–2027 Academic Year!
Step into full-time paraprofessional and classroom aide roles and support students with special needs in real classroom settings. You'll grow your skills, gain meaningful experience, and work where your support matters every day. These roles support students with a range of special education needs, including mild, moderate, and severe needs.
Don’t wait! Connect with a recruiter today and take the first step toward your future in education.
???? About Zen Educate
Zen Educate partners with public and charter schools across various school districts to build stronger school communities. Our team is committed to supporting educators with personalized job matches and ongoing mentorship at every step. When you join Zen, you’re not just taking an assignment, you’re joining an educator-first platform that supports you every step of the way. We are actively hiring to support students with specialized academic, social, and physical needs
Join us as a SPED Behavior Technician (TA) and apply your specialized skills to empower students, helping them overcome behavioral obstacles and access their education more effectively within a supportive school framework.
Key Responsibilities
Assist licensed staff in the classroom by helping implement academic adaptations and individualized education plans (IEPs).
Work with students individually or in small groups to support their self-care and social/behavioral needs.
Maintain a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to learning.
Provide timely support for students in crisis situations.
Utilize a variety of learning methods to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
Required Qualifications
Hold an Associate Degree or higher from a US-accredited college or university OR hold a high school diploma plus a passed ParaPro Assessment, with a qualifying score of at least 456.
6+ months experience supporting people with special needs (in any capacity), ideally child-focused experience
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
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
Valid Educational Aide Permit
Experience working in special education, particularly with moderate to severe behaviors
Experience with personal care tasks, like diapering and toileting
Experience handling unexpected behaviour, such as hitting and biting
Comfortable with eloping
Experience with behaviour strategies and methodologies
Experience in collecting data and following BI plan
Certification in CPR and First Aid
Salary
Pay: $16 - $19 per hour, paid weekly.
Schedule: Monday to Friday, within hours of 7:30 am - 3:00/4:30 pm (no weekend work).
Benefits and other offerings
Weekly pay by direct deposit, with paper check available on request
Professional development, including in-app training, paid role-specific certifications where applicable, and additional development opportunities depending on role and location
Paid sick leave in accordance with applicable state and local law
Medical, dental, and vision insurance available when eligibility requirements are met, which includes working more than 1,560 hours in a 12 month period.
401(k) retirement plan with no employer match available when eligibility requirements are met, which includes working more than 1,000 hours in a 12 month period or more than 500 hours/year in a 24 month period.
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Ref: #CLETAZA-Oct26
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