Teaching Assistant - SPED Job at Zen Educate, Scandia, MN

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  • Zen Educate
  • Scandia, MN

Job Description

Job Description

Looking for a Rewarding Role for the 2025–2026 School Year?
Join us as a paraprofessional or classroom support staff member focused on special education. These are full school-year roles where you'll gain real experience, support diverse learners, and become part of a welcoming, mission-driven school community.
Don’t wait — connect with a recruiter today and take the first step toward your future in education.

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
- Assist licensed staff in the classroom by helping implement academic adaptations and individualized education plans (IEPs).
- Work with students individually or in small groups to support their self-care and social/behavioral needs.
- Maintain a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to learning.
- Provide timely support for students in crisis situations.
- Utilize a variety of learning methods to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.

Must-Have Qualifications

Education:
- 60 college credits or higher, OR one of the following:
-- A passing score on the Paraeducator Assessment (65% or higher on the Instructional Support test and 70% or higher on the Knowledge and Application test)
-- A passing score on the Paraprofessional Assessment (combined score of 460 or above)

Language & Authorization:
- Professional proficiency in English.
- U.S. Work Authorization (Zen Educate cannot provide sponsorship for an employment visa or relocation assistance).

Experience:
- Prior experience working with children in a structured setting is an asset.

Preferred Qualifications
- ParaPro Certification (upskilling options provided on a case-by-case basis for candidates without the standard educational background)
- Behavioral Technician or PCA experience working with children is an asset.
- Past work experience in a school setting with children with special needs is an asset.

Compensation & Benefits
Pay: $18 - $21 per hour, paid weekly. (for low to medium sped support)*
Pay: $22 - $23 per hour, paid weekly. (for high sped support - prior experience required)*
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)

* depends on availability of schools and roles near your location.

About Zen
Zen Educate is an ethical, technology-powered platform dedicated to solving school staffing challenges by directly matching talented education professionals with rewarding roles across the United States.

Why Zen
Earn More with Zen Educate: Our platform cuts out expensive agency fees, meaning you take home better pay for the incredible work you do in schools.


Ref: MSP-north-TA-June2025-113

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Weekly pay, Work experience placement, Relocation package, Monday to Friday,

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