Instructional Aide - Special Education, Riverside County at Zen Educate - Riverside County

Application Deadline

8/28/2026 11:55 PM Pacific

Date Posted
6/29/2026
Contact
Number of Openings
100
Salary
Pay Range
$22 - $25 Per Hour
Add'l Salary Info
Schedule: Monday to Friday, within hours of 7:30 am - 3:00/4:30 pm (no weekend work) - Weekly pay - Paid Sick Leave - 401K (certain eligibility criteria)
Length of Work Year
3-12 Months
Employment Type
Full Time, Part Time

Job Summary

Job Summary

We are hiring for Instructional Aide roles across Riverside, Menifee and Temecula in the Riverside County! Limited Positions - Apply Now & Secure Your Classroom Role Before Summer Break Ends! The end of the school year is the ideal time to step into a rewarding education role. We’re actively hiring paraprofessionals and support staff to assist special education students. About Zen Educate Zen Educate connects schools with passionate, high-quality educators through a simple and transparent hiring process. We partner with public and charter schools to help them find the right staff, while making it easier for educators to discover roles that fit their skills, preferences, and career goals. Our mission is to create better outcomes for students by supporting the educators who make it happen, through smarter matching, fairer pay, and ongoing support. As an Instructional Aide, you’ll work closely with classroom teachers to support K–12 students with autism and behavioral needs. You’ll provide one-on-one and small group assistance, helping implement behavior plans and create a positive, structured learning environment where every student can thrive. Responsibilities: -Assisting the classroom teacher -Work with individual and (or) small groups of students to reinforce instructed material -Assist in compiling classroom communications -Maintain a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and a safe learning environment -Utilize 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 Ready to shape the future of learning? Apply today and help every student reach their full potential Ref: #IETAZA-Jun26

Requirements / Qualifications

-High School Diploma or equivalent -Experience working with children with Special Educational needs -Experience working with personal care -US Work Authorization. Zen Educate cannot provide sponsorship for an employment visa or relocation assistance at this time. -Applicants must have professional proficiency in English

Requirements / Qualifications

-High School Diploma or equivalent -Experience working with children with Special Educational needs -Experience working with personal care -US Work Authorization. Zen Educate cannot provide sponsorship for an employment visa or relocation assistance at this time. -Applicants must have professional proficiency 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 - 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 - CPI Training