Special Education Paraprofessional at Walker Charter Academy
National Heritage Academies
Location
Walker, Michigan
Quick overview
The paraprofessional will provide instructional and behavioral support to students based on their IEP or 504 plans, working in 1:1 or small group settings. They are also responsible for assisting with compliance documentation and attending professional development and IEP meetings.
Requirements summary
Candidates must meet state requirements for a Title 1 paraprofessional and possess the ability to defuse behavioral situations. Previous experience supporting individuals with disabilities or behavior modifications is preferred.
Job description
School Information
Located in Walker, MI, Walker Charter Academy opened in 1997 and serves students Young 5-8. At Walker, you can connect passion with purpose.
To learn more about Walker Charter Academy click here [https://www.nhaschools.com/schools/walker-charter-academy/en/].
Why Choose Walker Charter Academy
- Outperforming the District for 14 Years.
- Competitive pay and benefits.
- Effective leadership driving successful outcomes.
- Encourages growth in content and leadership skills within a nurturing environment.
- Assigned deans provide consistent coaching and support to every teacher.
- Fully developed curriculum provided.
- Strong parental involvement.
- Fosters a culture of positivity, care, and engagement, creating a highly sought-after community!
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
- Competitive pay
