Building Substitute Teacher at Zen Educate
Job Description
Start the School Year Strong! - Now hiring for the 20252026 school year.
Step into a full-time paraprofessional or classroom support staff role focused on special education and support students with special needs in real classroom settings. You'll grow your skills, gain meaningful experience, and work where your support matters every day. These roles support students with a range of special education needs, including mild, moderate, and severe needs.
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We're looking for adaptable and committed substitute teachers to support learning across a single school building. Youll work with multiple classrooms, gaining valuable teaching experience and building lasting relationships in one consistent setting.
Responsibilities
- Support the school where needed
- Maintain a classroom environment that is conducive to learning
- Assign lessons and follow the classroom teachers lesson plans
- Maintaining a safe learning environment
- Utilize a variety of learning methods to enhance the students learning experiences and support them as needed
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree from a 4-yr college or university in the U.S
- Currently have or will obtain a CO teaching credential or substitute teaching license
- Applicants must have professional proficiency in English
- US Work Authorization as Zen Educate is unable to sponsor any 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
Salary:
Pay: $180- $215 per day paid weekly.
Schedule: Monday to Friday, within hours of 7:30 am - 3:00/4:30 pm (no weekend work).
Benefits:
- Weekly pay
- Paid Sick Leave
- 401K (certain eligibility criteria)
Why Zen
Zen Educate connects passionate educators with schools that need them most. Every match helps build stronger classrooms and brighter futures for students. We make the process simple, transparent, and focused on what really matters, impact.
About Zen
At Zen Educate, our mission is simple: to support schools by connecting them with dedicated, high-quality education professionals. We believe in making the hiring process easier for educators and creating better outcomes for students.
Ref: DEN-NHQ-T-November2025-108
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