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Looking for a Rewarding Role for the 2026–2027 School Year? If you're passionate about supporting students with special needs and want a role where you can make a real impact, this could be your next step. These roles support students with a range of special education needs, including mild, moderate, and severe needs. At Zen Educate, our mission is simple: to support schools by connecting them with dedicated, high-quality education professionals. 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 Step into an Assistant Teacher role and gain valuable teaching experience by actively participating in all aspects of classroom management and instruction, from developing learning materials to guiding student projects. Aid students in meeting their individualized education plan (IEP) Utilize a variety of learning methods to enhance the student's learning experiences and support them as needed. High school diploma obtained in the United States
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
Additional physical requirements may be requested during your application process Experience working in special education, particularly with moderate to severe behaviors Experience with personal care tasks, like diapering and toileting Experience in collecting data and following BI plan Pro-Act training Pay: $22 - $24.50 per hour, paid weekly. Schedule: Monday to Friday, within hours of 7:30 am - 3:00/4:30 pm (no weekend work) 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.
Apply today and help every student reach their full potential
Worksite address
national city, CA, 91950, US
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