School District Education Specialist(Special Education)

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Job description

$18 - $21 per hour

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Full time and Part Time Valid, current, CA SPED education specialist credential

Looking for a great way to support local schools and impact the lives of young people?

Zen Educate is looking for educators who are passionate about teaching and positively contributing to the lives of children in the Greater Denver area. We're currently hiring for Special Education Paraprofessionals. In this role you will support licensed teachers with academic adaptations, self-care, and social/behavioral needs.

Key Duties:

• Case Manager to special education students with mild to moderate or moderate to
• severe disabilities
• Be available for families on an as-needed basis via phone and online understanding the flexibility necessary for an independent study environment
• Respond as soon as possible but no later than 24 hours to parent, student, teacher, staff, and admin inquiries via phone and/or e-mail during the regular work week
• Work collaboratively within the special education team and across departments in a professional manner
• Work collaboratively with all providers for students on caseload and ensure services are being provided
• Ensure compliance with all federal and state timelines for documentation and IEPs
• Monitor IEP due dates and scheduling, including full team attendance and participation
• Email all approved provider reports to parents prior to IEPs
• Write and manage IEPs for all students on caseload in SEIS and send all lEP drafts to administrator for review
• Monitor and upload electronic signatures in a timely manner
• Complete IEP Progress Reports for each student 2x/year
• Create and prepare SAi lessons for caseload

Minimum Requirements:

• Valid, current, CA SPED education specialist credential
• State and federal background clearance (LiveScan) to work with students (Education Code Section 44237)
• Proof of a clear TB test dated within the last 60 days (Education Code Section 49406) upon employment and thereafter updated every four years

Preferred Requirements:

• Bachelors Degree or higher
• Past work experience in a school
• Experience working with children with special educational needs

Additional Requirements:

• Additional requirements include US Work Authorization. Zen Educate is unable to sponsor any employment visa or relocation assistance at this time.
• Applicants must have proficiency in English

Pay:

• Teacher Assistant's pay will reflect qualifications and experience level.
• Weekly pay

Who we are:

Teacher shortages have been a re-occurring issue within the United States education system. The impact on schools has been detrimental to student learning.

Zen Educate leverages technology to help match teachers to the best fit and help schools find exceptional teachers in hopes of addressing the gaps in the current system and improving student educational experiences.

Zen Educate is an online platform that connects substitute teachers, paraprofessionals, and daycare staff with schools in the Orange County area. We collaborate and support educators through our screening process and match teachers to schools based on their unique skills and preferences.

Through continuous, personalized support from our team, we help to identify the ideal position based on your preferences and suitability at a school you love!

Ref: INDUS-LA

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