Medical Paraprofessional

1 day ago

Oakland CA, United States Zen Educate Full time

Get Set for the 2025-2026 School Year
If you're passionate about supporting students with special needs and want a full-time role where you can make a real impact, this could be your next step.
Don't wait, connect with a recruiter today and see how we can help you find the perfect role. As a Special Education Paraprofessional, you'll work closely with licensed teachers to support K–12 students with special needs in the classroom. Your role will focus on helping students succeed academically, socially, and emotionally by providing one-on-one and small group assistance tailored to their IEP goals.
Implement individualized Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) for students with autism and emotional/behavioral needs. Use evidence-based strategies including positive reinforcement, de-escalation techniques, and proactive behavior supports to help students regulate emotions and develop coping skills.
- Support students in building self-regulation, social-emotional skills, and classroom engagement.
- Classroom Collaboration: Work closely with teachers and behavior specialists to create a structured, supportive learning environment. Support classroom management by reinforcing expectations, modeling positive behavior, and helping students stay on task.
- Track and document behavioral data consistently, including incidents, triggers, responses, and outcomes. Use this data to inform adjustments to BIPs and support team decision-making.
- Partner with special education staff, behavior analysts, and families to maintain a unified approach to student support. Personal Care: Support students with daily routines such as toileting, feeding, or mobility.
High School Diploma
- Experience supporting individuals with Special Educational Needs
- Experience providing personal care support
- US Work Authorization - Zen Educate cannot provide sponsorship for an employment visa or relocation assistance at this time.
- English proficiency
- Additional physical requirements may be requested during your application process
Experience supporting children with autism, complex or severe emotional needs, or in roles such as ABA therapy
- Experience in special education, particularly with moderate to severe behaviors
- Bachelor's Degree
- Additional training in behavioral techniques
Pay: $25 - $29 per hour, paid weekly.
Schedule: Monday to Friday, within hours of 7:30 am - 3:00/4:30 pm (no weekend work).
Weekly pay
- At Zen Educate, our mission is simple: to support schools by connecting them with dedicated, high-quality education professionals.

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