Special Education Aide - Classroom Support Job at Zen Educate, Buena Park, CA

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  • Zen Educate
  • Buena Park, CA

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.

This specialized Aide role involves implementing individualized education plans, assisting with modified assignments, and providing one-on-one or small group support to students in special education programs.

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
Experience True Transparency: We believe in clarity. Zen Educate provides upfront information about pay rates and assignments, so you always know where you stand.


Ref: OC-none-TA-June2025-153

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Weekly pay, Relocation package, Monday to Friday,

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