Non-Instructional Special Education Paraprofessional at East Arbor Charter Academy

National Heritage Academies; Ypsilanti (MI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

East Arbor Charter Academy in Ypsilanti, MI seeks a dedicated Title 1 paraprofessional to support students with disabilities under IEP/504 guidelines. The role focuses on instructional and behavioral assistance in group or 1:1 settings, contributing to a safe, structured learning environment.

National Heritage Academies emphasizes a strong academic and moral focus, with experienced leadership and community involvement; positions are equal-opportunity and located on-site in East Arbor facilities.

Qualifications

• Ability to defuse situations and prevent escalation.
• Experience supporting individuals with disabilities and/or behavior modifications preferred.
• Aptitude to understand and navigate technical systems.

Responsibilities

• Assess student abilities and provide instructional/behavioral support per IEP or 504 plan.
• Commit to educating the whole student – academically, morally, socially.
• Implement curriculum and instruction tailored to needs arising from disability (resource room, inclusion, pullout).
• Attend professional development, trainings and IEP meetings with special education team and parents.
• Assist with required compliance documentation.

Skills

De-escalation skills

Experience with disabilities/behavior

Technical systems navigation

Job description

School Information:

Located in Ypsilanti, MI, East Arbor Charter Academy opened in 2012 and serves 475+ K-8 students every year. At East Arbor, you can connect purpose with passion.

Job Description

School Information:

Located in Ypsilanti, MI, East Arbor Charter Academy opened in 2012 and serves 475+ K-8 students every year. At East Arbor, you can connect purpose with passion.

To learn more about East Arbor Charter Academy click here .

Why Choose East Arbor Charter Academy:

• Starting pay above market scales
• Academically outperforms local districts.
• Access to a best-in-class curriculum with advanced instructional tools and resources.
• Sets rigorous academic and moral focus expectations for students.
• Supported by an experienced leadership team.
• Fosters a culture of community and family involvement.
• Ensures a safe learning environment with internal and external cameras.
  
  

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 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.
  
  

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National Heritage Academies is an equal-opportunity employer.