Apply Now: Classroom Assistant - Support Role

Company: Zen Educate
Location: Tempe
Posted on: July 15, 2025

Job Description:

Job Description Looking for a Rewarding Role for the 2025–2026 School Year? Join us as a paraprofessional or classroom support staff member focused on special education. These are full school-year roles where you'll gain real experience, support diverse learners, and become part of a welcoming, mission-driven school community. Don’t wait — connect with a recruiter today and take the first step toward your future in education. As a Classroom Assistant, you will help create an effective and stimulating learning space, assisting with differentiated instruction, supporting students with various learning styles, and contributing to the overall success of the class. 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 - Provide support for students in crisis - Support students on outings by driving them into the community - Utilize a variety of learning methods to enhance the student's learning experiences and support them as - needed - Celebrate the students you’re working with Qualifications - 60 credits, Associates Degree, obtained a passing score on an appropriate ADE assessment, or ParaPro/Praxis Exam - IVP Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card - Experience working with children - 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. Preferred Qualifications - Previous experience working in special education - Behavioral Technician or PCA experience - Crisis prevention (CPI) training - CPR certification Compensation & Benefits Pay: $18 - $22 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) About Zen Zen Educate directly connects passionate educators and support staff with schools through our smart online platform, ensuring better matches and a more efficient hiring process. Why Zen We are Zen Educate, committed to transparency and simplicity in education recruitment, empowering educators with more control and schools with direct access to great talent. Ref: PHX-none-TA-June2025-140

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