Special Education Paraprofessional at Linden Charter Academy
National Heritage Academies
Location
Flint Charter Township, Michigan
Quick overview
Provide instructional and behavioral support to students based on their IEP or 504 plans in individual or small group settings. Assist with compliance documentation and participate in professional development and IEP meetings.
Requirements summary
Must meet state requirements for a Title 1 paraprofessional and possess the ability to defuse difficult situations. Previous experience supporting individuals with disabilities or behavior modifications is preferred.
Job description
School Information
Located in Flint, MI, Linden Charter Academy opened in 1999 and serves students K-8. At Linden, you can connect passion with purpose.
To learn more about Linden Charter Academy click here [https://www.nhaschools.com/schools/linden-charter-academy/en/].
Why Choose Linden Charter Academy
- Starting pay above market scales.
- Clean, safe, welcoming atmosphere.
- Pride and purpose found in the work done here.
- Prioritize growing within and provide ongoing leadership opportunities to all staff.
- Family-feel embraced by staff, students, and families.
- 2021-22 State Accountability Award Winner.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Assess student abilities and provide instructional and behavioral assistance for students in accordance with their individual education plan (IEP) and/or their 504-behavior plan as directed by the special education team. Support can be provided 1:1 or in small groups.
- Commit to educating the whole student – academically, morally, and socially.
- Implement result-driven curriculum and instruction specially designed to meet the unique needs of each student resulting from his/her disability such as, resource room, inclusion and/or pullout services.
- Attend professional development, specialized trainings and IEP meetings with special education team and parents as required.
- Assist with the required compliance documentation.
Qualifications
- Must meet state requirements for being a Title 1 paraprofessional. Click here [https://www.nhaschools.com/en/support-staff-requirements] for the state requirements.
- Ability to defuse situations and prevent escalation.
- Previous experience supporting individuals with disabilities and/or behavior modifications, preferred.
- Aptitude to understand and navigate technical systems.
Please click here [https://www.nhaschools.com/en/who-we-are] to find out more about our core values.
National Heritage Academies is an equal-opportunity employer.
Benefits
- Professional development
- Leadership opportunities
