1:1 Individual Student Aide Paraprofessional

Menta; Plainfield (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

403(b) retirement plan with employer match

Job summary

Menta, located in Plainfield, Illinois, seeks a 1:1 Aide Paraprofessional to support classroom instructors by providing targeted teaching and assistance to students. Responsibilities include monitoring students under IEP guidelines and adapting classroom materials.

This role is integral in helping high-risk special-needs students thrive academically and behaviorally. Benefits include comprehensive insurance and 403(b) retirement options.

Qualifications

• Paraprofessional certification preferred, but not required.
• Ability to operate tactfully under stress.
• Flexibility to change in routines.
• At least 23 years of age.
• Able to work with high-risk special-needs students.

Responsibilities

• Individually monitor the assigned student as noted in the IEP.
• Prepare and adapt materials for classroom use.
• Inform clinical staff of students' behavioral concerns.
• Implement behavior program policies and data.
• Communicate with administration to ensure program consistency.

Skills

Ability to operate tactfully under stress

Flexibility to change routines

Working with high-risk special-needs students

Education

Paraprofessional certification

Job description

Job Description

As a 1:1 Aide Paraprofessional with The Menta Education Group, you will work with classroom instructors and staff to provide targeted teaching and support to students in the classroom and general support for all students in the school.

Staff Hours: 7:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Monday–Friday, following a school calendar.

Responsibilities

• Individually monitor the assigned student, addressing academic, functional, behavioral, or safety concerns as noted in the IEP, under the supervision of licensed professional staff.
• Prepare and adapt materials for use in the classroom; maintain classrooms and materials in good order.
• Inform clinical staff of social, emotional, or behavioral concerns of students.
• Implement and maintain behavior program policies and data.
• Coordinate and communicate with administration and other staff members to ensure consistent application of academic and therapeutic programs.
• Fill in as needed and as requested throughout the program.
• Maintain awareness of other students in the program to ensure consistent application of academic and therapeutic program.
• Maintain confidentiality of students and student records.
• Attend all staff meetings and in‑service training as requested.
• Report any unusual incidents or safety concerns to the administration.
• Support and promote administrative policies and goals.

Qualifications

• Paraprofessional certification preferred, but not required.
• Ability to operate tactfully under stress.
• Flexibility to change in routines.
• At least 23 years of age.
• Able to work with high‑risk special‑needs students.

Benefits & Compensation

• Pay: In accordance with the Pay Transparency amendment to the Illinois Equal Pay Act of 2003, information about pay ranges and employee benefits can be found at the following links:
  Full Time Employee Benefits Overview: our benefits package includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off (PTO); and a 403(b) retirement plan with an employer match. For more information: https://menta.com/employee-benefits-full-time/
  Compensation Information: https://menta.com/compensation-arizona-and-illinois/
• Students served: PK‑21.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Menta Education Group (“Menta”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, gender identity and gender expression), color, national origin, religion, age, pregnancy or related conditions, veteran status, sexual orientation, disability or any other basis protected under federal, state or local law. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact Menta’s office.