Limited Positions - Apply Now & Secure Your Classroom Role for the School Year!
Start the 2026–2027 school year strong. We're hiring now! 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. Zen Educate partners with public and charter schools across various school districts. We help schools hire dedicated paraprofessionals and teaching assistants, creating smart, timely matches that support students with special education needs and build stronger school communities.
Our Teacher Aides are fundamental to a smoothly running classroom, providing practical support that allows teachers to focus on instruction, while also offering encouragement and guidance to students throughout the school day.
Looking for a reliable, long-term position that leaves your mornings completely free? Or a flexible part-time role? Whether you are pursuing a degree, managing morning childcare, or have other responsibilities taking up your mornings / early afternoons, our extended-day educator roles offer the ultimate steady schedule without sacrificing your morning flexibility. Build a consistent career path while empowering local youth in campuses across Central San Diego!
Guide children (UTK–8th grade) through hands-on STEM projects, arts and crafts, sports, and team games in Klassic Kids or PrimeTime programs.
Support Academic & Social Growth: Provide targeted homework help, mentor positive social skills, and implement behavior support and de-escalation strategies.
Provide Individualized Inclusion: Adapt daily support for students with unique behavioral, personal care, or mobility needs, ensuring every child can fully participate.
Keep Kids Safe & Healthy: Maintain a secure, active environment in classrooms and outdoors; Collaborate & Step Up: Partner with teachers, Site Directors, and Special Education staff to support educational goals, stepping in as a general Youth Leader as needed.
Passion for working with youth ages 4 to 13 (UTK–8th grade)
-Additional physical requirements may be requested during your application process
48+ College Units
Pay: $24-$25 per hour, paid weekly.
Schedule: Mon–Fri, 1:45 PM – 5:30 PM (~4 hrs/day) | Select Late-Start Sites: 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM (2.5 hrs/day)
Weekly pay by direct deposit, with paper check available on request
~ Professional development, including in-app training, paid role-specific certifications where applicable, and additional development opportunities depending on role and location
~ Paid sick leave in accordance with applicable state and local law
~ Medical, dental, and vision insurance available when eligibility requirements are met, which includes working more than 1,560 hours in a 12 month period.
~401(k) retirement plan with no employer match available when eligibility requirements are met, which includes working more than 1,000 hours in a 12 month period or more than 500 hours/year in a 24 month period.
Apply and connect with a recruiter today and take the first step toward your future in education.
Start the 2026–2027 school year strong. We're hiring now! 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. Zen Educate partners with public and charter schools across various school districts. We help schools hire dedicated paraprofessionals and teaching assistants, creating smart, timely matches that support students with special education needs and build stronger school communities.
Our Teacher Aides are fundamental to a smoothly running classroom, providing practical support that allows teachers to focus on instruction, while also offering encouragement and guidance to students throughout the school day.
Looking for a reliable, long-term position that leaves your mornings completely free? Or a flexible part-time role? Whether you are pursuing a degree, managing morning childcare, or have other responsibilities taking up your mornings / early afternoons, our extended-day educator roles offer the ultimate steady schedule without sacrificing your morning flexibility. Build a consistent career path while empowering local youth in campuses across Central San Diego!
Guide children (UTK–8th grade) through hands-on STEM projects, arts and crafts, sports, and team games in Klassic Kids or PrimeTime programs.
Support Academic & Social Growth: Provide targeted homework help, mentor positive social skills, and implement behavior support and de-escalation strategies.
Provide Individualized Inclusion: Adapt daily support for students with unique behavioral, personal care, or mobility needs, ensuring every child can fully participate.
Keep Kids Safe & Healthy: Maintain a secure, active environment in classrooms and outdoors; Collaborate & Step Up: Partner with teachers, Site Directors, and Special Education staff to support educational goals, stepping in as a general Youth Leader as needed.
Passion for working with youth ages 4 to 13 (UTK–8th grade)
-Additional physical requirements may be requested during your application process
48+ College Units
Pay: $24-$25 per hour, paid weekly.
Schedule: Mon–Fri, 1:45 PM – 5:30 PM (~4 hrs/day) | Select Late-Start Sites: 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM (2.5 hrs/day)
Weekly pay by direct deposit, with paper check available on request
~ Professional development, including in-app training, paid role-specific certifications where applicable, and additional development opportunities depending on role and location
~ Paid sick leave in accordance with applicable state and local law
~ Medical, dental, and vision insurance available when eligibility requirements are met, which includes working more than 1,560 hours in a 12 month period.
~401(k) retirement plan with no employer match available when eligibility requirements are met, which includes working more than 1,000 hours in a 12 month period or more than 500 hours/year in a 24 month period.
Apply and connect with a recruiter today and take the first step toward your future in education.
Paraprofessional - Hiring Now in poway at Unknown Company
- Typical pay
- $46,699–$67,982
For context, most teacher assistants earn between $46,699–$67,982 a year according to Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data. What this particular role pays is set by the employer — check the description above.
This position is listed as part time and onsite.