Instructional Aide, Special Education - Hiring Now! at Zen Educate - Sacramento County
Job Summary
Job Summary
We are hiring for Instructional Aide roles across Rocklin, Roseville, El Dorado, Lincoln and Natomas in the Sacramento County! Secure Your Role for the 2026–2027 Academic Year! We're hiring now! Zen Educate is looking for Instructional Aides. If you're passionate about supporting students with special needs and want a role where you can make a real impact, this could be your next step. Please note: Schools are currently on summer break. However, we are actively recruiting right now for the upcoming school year starting in August 2026! Join early, beat the fall rush, and secure your role now! We need paraprofessionals and classroom aides for special education. Get set up today to make a lasting impact this August. About Zen Educate Zen Educate matches you with teaching roles that truly fit. Get fair pay, full support, and a career on your terms minus the job search stress! Support K–12 students with autism and behavioral needs! Work 1:1 or in small groups, implement behavior plans, and help every student thrive. Apply today! Responsibilities: - Assisting the classroom teacher to maintain a safe learning environment - Provide one-on-one or small group assistance to students with special needs, reinforcing lessons and implementing IEPs to achieve goals - Assist in compiling classroom communications including supporting with differentiation for different children’s needs - Assist with classroom management, redirecting behavior, and implementing behavior management plans - Facilitate interactions between students with disabilities and their peers, teaching and modeling strategies for positive interaction - Use a variety of learning methods to enhance the student learning experiences and support them as needed - Support with personal care or hygiene as needed, including toileting, feeding, and dressing Shape the future of learning! Apply today & help students succeed. Ref: #SCTAZA-Jul26
Requirements / Qualifications
- 60 credits or an Associate's Degree - Experience working with children with special educational needs - Experience working with personal care - Passion for working within special education - U.S. work authorization (Zen Educate cannot provide sponsorship for an employment visa or relocation assistance at this time) - Applicants must be professionally proficient in English
Requirements / Qualifications
- 60 credits or an Associate's Degree - Experience working with children with special educational needs - Experience working with personal care - Passion for working within special education - U.S. work authorization (Zen Educate cannot provide sponsorship for an employment visa or relocation assistance at this time) - Applicants must be professionally proficient in English
Comments and Other Information
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
- Past work experience in a school
- CPR and First Aid
- CPI Training
Comments and Other Information
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
- Past work experience in a school
- CPR and First Aid
- CPI Training