Paraprofessional At — Zen Educate

Opportunity Summary 

This opportunity is for a paraprofessional in a Gen-Ed or Special Day Class serving students with diverse learning needs who require specialized academic and behavioral support. Students spend most of their day in a structured special education classroom, with opportunities for inclusion in general education settings for select subjects or activities when appropriate. Instruction is individualized and aligned to IEP goals, focusing on academic growth, functional skills, and social-emotional development. The classroom emphasizes consistency, positive behavior supports, and collaboration among educators, paraprofessionals, and related service providers. Support staff may assist with small-group instruction, data collection, behavior support, and daily routines to help students access the curriculum and build independence in a supportive, predictable environment. The student will be working at Westwood Elementary in PUSD starting 1/5/26

Opportunity Learning Outcomes 

Experience supporting students in a special education classroom or gen-ed classroom supporting special needs and/or high behaviors Skills in implementing IEP goals and accommodations Data collection and progress monitoring techniques Use of positive behavior intervention and support strategies Collaboration with teachers, related service providers, and behavior support staff Supporting inclusion in general education settings Strengthened communication, classroom management, and student engagement skills

Opportunity Training 

Student is required to complete Mandated Reporter training, Bloodborne Pathogens, AB 1172, and Workplace Harassment training.

Additional risk specific to this opportunity 

I do not understand this question. Student will be working in an elementary school.

Compensation Details 
TypeFrequencyAmountExplanationShow to students?
Hourly Payweekly674$22/hr at 27.5 hours/weekYes
Opportunity Application Instructions 

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Program 
Internship
Location Type 
On-site
Location 
United States
Expected Hours 
HoursDuration
27hours per week
Students required to have a personal vehicle 
Yes
Fees students may incur with this opportunity 
No Fees will be incurred by students
This opportunity provides some form of compensation 
Yes
Opportunity Availability 
Ongoing