Teacher Aide - Immediate Start
Company: Zen Educate
Location: Vista
Posted on: February 22, 2026
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Job Description:
Get Set for the 2025-2026 School Year! We're hiring now! Zen
Educate is looking for Para Educators. If you're passionate about
supporting students with special needs and want a full-time role
where you can make a real impact, this could be your next step.
Don’t wait, connect with a recruiter today and see how we can help
you find the perfect role. This Teacher Aide opportunity is ideal
for those looking to contribute to a vibrant learning atmosphere,
assisting with everything from setting up learning centers to
providing one-on-one help, making a direct impact on student
engagement. Key Responsibilities - Behavioral Support: Implement
and manage behavioral intervention plans (BIPs), provide positive
reinforcement, and use de-escalation techniques as necessary. -
Individualized Support: Provide personalized support to special
education students, tailoring materials and strategies to their
unique learning and behavioral needs. - Classroom Assistance:
Assist teachers in managing classroom behaviors, fostering a
positive and inclusive environment, and encouraging student
participation. - Data Collection: Record and maintain detailed data
on student progress, behaviors, and interventions to support the
special education team. - Communication: Build and maintain
effective communication with teachers, parents, and school staff to
ensure cohesive and consistent support for students. Required
Qualifications - 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 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 -
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 - Associate's degree or
higher (obtained in the US or US equivalency check completed) -
Pro-Act training - Certification in CPR and First Aid Salary 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) Benefits:
- Paid weekly - 401K (certain eligibility criteria) - Long-term
employment opportunities within the District Why Zen With Zen
Educate, you’re part of a team that values your experience and
supports your success. From your first conversation to your first
day in class, we’re here to make sure you feel prepared, confident,
and valued. About Zen At Zen Educate, our mission is simple: to
support schools by connecting them with dedicated, high-quality
education professionals. We believe in making the hiring process
easier for educators and creating better outcomes for students.
Ref: SDTA-February2026-103
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