School Paraprofessional - Immediate Start

Are you wanting to gain work experience and help support students within a classroom setting?

We are hiring short-term, long term part-time, and full-time Paraprofessional roles that support a flexible work schedule with kindergarten through high school students.

Zen Educate is looking for educators who are passionate about teaching and positively contributing to children’s educational journey and their communities. Paraprofessionals will support licensed teachers in the classroom and gain invaluable experience in an educational setting.

Key Duties:

• Use effective oral and written expression
• Assist in compiling classroom communications
• Assisting the classroom teacher
• Maintain a classroom environment that is conducive to learning
• Maintaining a safe learning environment
• Work with individual and (or) small groups of students to reinforce instructed material.
• 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

Minimum Requirements:

• 1-year experience working with children
• High School Degree or GED

Preferred Requirements:

• ParaPro Certification (Upon working with Zen Educate we can assist you in obtaining the certification)
• Experience working with children with special educational needs
• At least 60 college credits
• Experience with children in a school setting

Additional Requirements:

• Additional requirements include US Work Authorization. Zen Educate is unable to sponsor any employment visa or relocation assistance at this time.

Pay:

• Weekly pay
• Paraprofessional pay will reflect qualifications and experience level.

Who we are:

Teacher shortages have been a re-occurring issue within the United States education system. The impact on schools has been detrimental to student learning.

Zen Educate leverages technology to help match teachers to the best fit and help schools find exceptional teachers in hopes of addressing the gaps in the current system and improving student educational experiences.

Zen Educate is an online platform that connects substitute teachers, paraprofessionals, and daycare staff with schools in Minneapolis/St. Paul area. We collaborate and support educators through our screening process and match teachers to schools based on their unique skills and preferences.

Through continuous, personalized support from our team, we help to identify the ideal position based on your preferences and suitability at a school you love!

Ref: INDUS-MSP-TA

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $16.00 - $20.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person