1:1 Student Aide Paraprofessional - Classroom Support

The Menta Education Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO

403(b) with employer match

Job summary

The Menta Education Group in Chicago is seeking a 1:1 Individual Student Aide Paraprofessional to support classroom instructors and diverse learners. You will provide targeted teaching and general student support, working under licensed staff supervision.

Shift is 6:45am-2:15pm CT, Monday–Friday, following the school calendar, with direct hire and a pay range of $17.97–$27.06 per hour. Compensation includes medical/dental/vision, PTO, and a 403(b) retirement plan with employer match.

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 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 in order to ensure consistent application of the academic and therapeutic program.
• Fill in as needed and as requested throughout the program.
• Have awareness of other students in the program in order to ensure consistent application of the 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.

Skills

Paraprofessional certification

Stress management

Flexibility

Age requirement 23

Work with high-risk students

Job description

The Menta Education Group in Chicago is seeking a 1:1 Individual Student Aide Paraprofessional to support classroom instructors and diverse learners. You will provide targeted teaching and general student support, working under licensed staff supervision.

Shift is 6:45am-2:15pm CT, Monday–Friday, following the school calendar, with direct hire and a pay range of $17.97–$27.06 per hour. Compensation includes medical/dental/vision, PTO, and a 403(b) retirement plan with employer match.