Teacher Aide - Immediate Start Job at Zen Educate, Phoenix, AZ

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  • Zen Educate
  • Phoenix, AZ

Job Description

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. These roles support students with a range of special education needs, including mild, moderate, and severe needs.

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

As a Teacher Aide, you’ll assist classroom teachers by supporting students who need additional help to reach their full potential. You’ll provide both academic and behavioral support within the classroom environment, helping maintain a positive and structured setting for all learners.

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
All these roles require openness to personal care and willingness to learn!

Required Qualifications

  • 60 credits, Associates Degree, obtained a passing score on an appropriate ADE assessment, or ParaPro/Praxis Exam
  • 1+ Years Experience working with children
  • Experience working with children with special educational needs
  • Experience working with personal care
  • IVP Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card
  • 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

  • Previous experience working in special education
  • Behavioral Technician or PCA experience
  • Crisis prevention (CPI) training
  • CPR certification

Salary:
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)

Why Zen
At Zen Educate, we’re transforming how educators find their perfect roles, making the process simpler, fairer, and more rewarding. Our innovative platform connects educators with schools in a way that’s transparent, efficient, and empowering. We’re passionate about offering fair pay, lowering costs for schools, and reinvesting in what truly matters: students.

About Zen
Zen Educate helps schools hire dedicated paraprofessionals and teaching assistants, creating smart, timely matches that support students with special education needs and strengthen school communities.


Ref: PHX-HQ-TA-March2026-103

Job Tags

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

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