Top 47 Para educator Jobs in Mesa, Az

Paraprofessional - Immediate Start
Zen Educate US —Phoenix, AZ
- $18 - $22 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Paid training
- Dental insurance
7d
Paraeducator II - Kinder Prep
Higley Unified School District —Gilbert, AZ
- $18.59 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
12d
Paraeducator- East Valley Campus
FOUNDATION FOR BLIND CHILDREN —Chandler, AZ
- $16.50 - $23.50 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Paraeducator I - Special Ed
Higley Unified School District —Gilbert, AZ
- $17.46 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
5d
Paraprofessional
Autism Academy for Education and Development, LLC —Gilbert, AZ
- $18.50 - $23.50 an hour
- Year round work
- Classroom
- Microsoft Outlook
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
Quick Apply
Instructional Support Paraeducator
Scottsdale USD 48 —Scottsdale, AZ
- $19.98 - $20.78 an hour
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Customer service
6d
Paraeducator II - Special Ed
Higley Unified School District —Gilbert, AZ
- $18.59 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
- Paid holidays
Paraeducator Classroom Instructional Health Aide (Moderate/Severe) (26-27 SY)
Chandler USD 80 —Chandler, AZ
- $19.01 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Computer literacy
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
6d
Limited Appointment Instructional Support Paraeducator - Saguaro HS (53073)
Scottsdale USD 48 —Scottsdale, AZ
- $19.98 - $20.78 an hour
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Customer service
3d
Paraeducator Special Education - (ADPTS) - 6.5 hrs/day
Chandler USD 80 —Chandler, AZ
- $19.01 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
5d
Paraeducator Special Education - Emotional/Behavioral Disabilities (EDGE) - 6.5hrs/day
Chandler USD 80 —Chandler, AZ
- $19.01 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Computer literacy
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
4d
Paraeducator Special Education - Communication/Social Disabilities (ADPTS) 6.5 hours per day
Chandler USD 80 —Chandler, AZ
- $19.01 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Computer literacy
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
6d
Limited Appointment 1:1 Instructional Support Paraeducator - Chaparral HS (327157)
Scottsdale USD 48 —Paradise Valley, AZ
- $19.98 - $20.78 an hour
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Customer service
2d
K-8th Grade Paraeducator
ASU Preparatory Academy —Phoenix, AZ
- $15.50 - $21.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Writing skills
- High school diploma or GED
7d
Instructional Support Paraeducator - Desert Mountain HS (16330)
Scottsdale USD 48 —Scottsdale, AZ
- $19.98 - $20.78 an hour
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Customer service
6d
Limited Appointment Instructional Support Paraeducator - SUCCESS Program - Cherokee ES (15960)
Scottsdale USD 48 —Paradise Valley, AZ
- $19.98 - $20.78 an hour
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Customer service
2d
Paraeducator Classroom Instructional Health Aide (ABLE) - 6.5 hrs/day
Chandler USD 80 —Queen Creek, AZ
- $19.01 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
5d
Paraeducator Classroom Instructional Health Aide (ABLE) 1:1 - 7 hrs/day
Chandler USD 80 —Queen Creek, AZ
- $19.01 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
5d
Paraeducator - Preschool - 6 hrs/day
Chandler USD 80 —Chandler, AZ
- $17.86 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
5d
Paraeducator Special Education - Resource - 6.5 hrs/day
Chandler USD 80 —Queen Creek, AZ
- $17.32 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Computer literacy
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
5d

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Paraprofessional - Immediate Start

Zen Educate US -
Phoenix, AZ

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Job Details

Part-time | Full-time
$18 - $22 an hour
7 days ago

Benefits

Paid training
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Paid sick time

Qualifications

Experience working with individuals with disabilities
English
Physical assistance for special education students
Experience working with children
Working with students
Patient personal care assistance

Full Job Description

Limited Positions - Apply Now & Secure Your Classroom Role for the 2026-2027 School Year!
Start the 2026–2027 school year strong. We're hiring now! Zen Educate is looking for Para Educators. 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.

About Zen Educate
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.

As a Special Education Paraprofessional, you'll work closely with licensed teachers to support K–12 students with special needs in the classroom. Your role will focus on helping students succeed academically, socially, and emotionally by providing one-on-one and small group assistance tailored to their IEP goals.

Responsibilities
- Assisting licensed staff in the classroom
- Aid students in meeting their individualized education plan (IEP)
- Maintain a classroom environment that is conducive to learning
- Work with individuals and/or small groups when activities and assignments are presented
- Provide support for students in crisis
- Support students on outings by driving them into the community
- Utilize a variety of learning methods to enhance the student's learning experiences and support them as - needed
- Celebrate the students you’re working with

All these roles require openness to personal care and willingness to learn!

Required Qualifications
- 60 credits, Associates Degree, obtained a passing score on an appropriate ADE assessment, or ParaPro/Praxis Exam
- 1+ Years Experience working with children
- Experience working with children with special educational needs
- Experience working with personal care
- IVP Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card
- Applicants must have professional proficiency in English
- US Work Authorization - Zen Educate cannot provide sponsorship for an employment visa or relocation assistance at this time

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
- Previous experience working in special education
- Behavioral Technician or PCA experience
- Crisis prevention (CPI) training
- CPR certification
- Medical assistant certificate

Salary:
Pay: $18 - $22 per hour, paid weekly
Schedule: Monday to Friday, within hours of 7:30 am - 3:00/4:30 pm (no weekend work)

Benefits and other offerings

- 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.

Don’t wait! Apply and connect with a recruiter today and take the first step toward your future in education.
Ref: #PHXTAZA-Sep26

Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

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para educator jobs in mesa, az

Paraprofessional - Immediate Start

Paraeducator II - Kinder Prep

Paraeducator- East Valley Campus

Paraeducator I - Special Ed

Paraprofessional

Instructional Support Paraeducator

Paraeducator II - Special Ed

Paraeducator Classroom Instructional Health Aide (Moderate/Severe) (26-27 SY)

Limited Appointment Instructional Support Paraeducator - Saguaro HS (53073)

Paraeducator Special Education - (ADPTS) - 6.5 hrs/day

Paraeducator Special Education - Emotional/Behavioral Disabilities (EDGE) - 6.5hrs/day

Paraeducator Special Education - Communication/Social Disabilities (ADPTS) 6.5 hours per day

Limited Appointment 1:1 Instructional Support Paraeducator - Chaparral HS (327157)

K-8th Grade Paraeducator

Instructional Support Paraeducator - Desert Mountain HS (16330)

Limited Appointment Instructional Support Paraeducator - SUCCESS Program - Cherokee ES (15960)

Paraeducator Classroom Instructional Health Aide (ABLE) - 6.5 hrs/day

Paraeducator Classroom Instructional Health Aide (ABLE) 1:1 - 7 hrs/day

Paraeducator - Preschool - 6 hrs/day

Paraeducator Special Education - Resource - 6.5 hrs/day

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