Teaching Assistant Job at Zen Educate, La Verne, CA

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  • Zen Educate
  • La Verne, CA

Job Description

Limited Positions - Now hiring for the 2025–2026 school year.
Your Opportunity to Make a Difference and Inspire Starts Now. We’re hiring paraprofessionals and classroom support staff for immediate hire to work with students who need specialized support. These roles are focused on SPED classrooms and are ideal for those looking to grow their skills and make a meaningful impact all year long.

Ready to get started? Connect with a recruiter today to feel the difference you can make.

This Teaching Assistant role provides a dynamic opportunity to contribute to the instructional environment, assisting with lesson preparation, classroom management, and providing tailored support to meet diverse student needs.

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)
-Candidates must be 18 years or older to apply

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

Salary
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 is rapidly expanding in the US, bringing our proven model of fair, transparent, and efficient online matching to connect dedicated school staff with local opportunities.

Why Zen
By choosing Zen Educate, you're supporting a fairer system that benefits educators and reinvests in education, making a real difference.


Ref: LA-N-TA-September2025-105

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Weekly pay, Local area, Immediate start, Relocation package, Monday to Friday,

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