Teacher Aide

3 weeks ago


Detroit MI, United States Zen Educate Full time

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. Join our team as a Special Education Aide and contribute your skills to help students with diverse abilities access the curriculum and participate fully in school life, making every day a step towards their success. 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. Required Qualifications High school diploma obtained in the United States 6+ months experience supporting people with special needs (in any capacity), ideally child-focused experience 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 / Experience Experience working in special education, particularly with moderate to severe behaviors Experience with personal care tasks, like diapering and toileting Experience handling unexpected behaviour, such as hitting and biting Comfortable with eloping Experience with behaviour strategies and methodologies Experience in collecting data and following BI plan Associate's degree or higher (obtained in the US or US equivalency check completed) Pro-Act training Certification in CPR and First Aid Salary Pay: $17-18/hour, paid weekly. Schedule: Monday to Friday, within hours of 7:30 am - 3:00/4:30 pm (no weekend work). Benefits: Weekly Direct Deposit Potential to qualify for health coverage and 401(k) participation, subject to role and eligibility criteria Ready to get started? Connect with a recruiter today to explore open opportunities. Why Zen We believe educators deserve clarity and respect at every step. Zen Educate offers a transparent, streamlined hiring process, fair pay, and ongoing support so you can focus on teaching and making a meaningful impact in classrooms 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. Ref: DET-NHQ-TA-January2026-103


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