Paraprofessional - School Based
Company: Zen Educate
Location: Rogers
Posted on: June 26, 2025
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Job Description:
Job Description Turn Your Passion for Helping into Purposeful
Work We’re hiring paraprofessionals and classroom aides to support
special education students for the 2025–2026 school year. These are
school-year positions designed to help you build meaningful
experience in SPED classrooms and join a team that’s making a
difference where it’s needed most. Connect with a recruiter today
and take the first step toward a rewarding career in education.
This Paraprofessional role offers a dynamic opportunity to work
closely with students, either individually or in small groups,
reinforcing lessons, aiding with assignments, and contributing to a
positive and productive classroom. 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 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 across the Minneapolis–Saint Paul region. Why Zen Take
Control of Your Career: With Zen Educate, you set your
availability, role preferences, and travel distance, giving you
unparalleled flexibility and control over your work life. Ref:
MSP-north-TA-June2025-131
Keywords: Zen Educate, Woodbury , Paraprofessional - School Based, Education / Teaching , Rogers, Minnesota
