Para Pro Ex Ed One to One - Chadwell ES (2026-2027)

Power Youth; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Power Youth in Nashville, Tennessee is hiring a Paraprofessional One-to-One to support students with special needs in their learning and personal care. This role involves closely collaborating with educators to adapt lesson plans and monitor student behavior.

The ideal candidate will have an Associate's Degree or equivalent credits and prior experience with children. Power Youth emphasizes professionalism and offers opportunities for professional development in special education practices.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in applicable field of study or 48 college credit hours from an accredited institution.
• Prior experience working with children preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the supervision and care of a student with special needs.
• Monitor student academics and behavior.
• Collaborate with teachers for consistent communication and support.

Skills

Ability to demonstrate regular attendance and punctuality

Ability to maintain a professional demeanor

Ability to work well with all levels of management

Ability to respond to changing situations

Ability to perform multiple tasks concurrently

Ability to work effectively as part of a team

Ability to communicate clearly and concisely

Proficient in basic computer skills

Ability to exercise tact and good judgment

Ability to communicate with diverse groups

Education

Associate's Degree in applicable field of study

Job description

Job Code: 6001005

Job Summary

The Paraprofessional One-to-One position provides support to the instructional program with specific responsibility for assisting in the supervision, care, and instruction of a student with special needs in the general or special education setting; assisting in implementing plans for instruction; monitoring student academics and behavior; and providing information to appropriate school personnel.

What you will do

• Acts as a mandated reporter for the purpose of ensuring the safety of the student.
• May adapt classroom activities, assignments and/or materials under the direction of the supervising teacher or Administrator for the purpose of supporting and reinforcing classroom objectives and meeting IEP goals.
• May administer tests, homework, make‑up work, etc. for the purpose of supporting student needs in the classroom.
• Assist in the personal care of students such as feeding, diapering, etc. This may include the need to physically lift students to changing tables, remove and position students in wheelchairs or other positioning equipment, assist students on/off a toilet. May escort student to other locations (e.g. bathroom, classroom, community etc.…) for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and safe arrival to and/or from a destination.
• Monitors, collects and records students’ behavioral and/or academic data as directed by and under the direct supervision of the certified teacher.
• Assist students, individually or in groups, with lesson assignments for the purpose of presenting and/or reinforcing learning concepts. Facilitates and models appropriate social interactions and behaviors among students.
• Supervises, engages, and promotes independence with individualized attention to students during arrival, dismissal, lunch, and/or other activities designated by the teacher or administrator.
• Attends and actively participates in professional development opportunities to enhance skills and understanding of special populations, may include training for proper restraint procedures, social and emotional learning best practices, and literacy.
• Maintains professionalism and confidentiality. Models respectful behavior towards students, peers, and supervisors. Collaborates with teachers to ensure consistent communication from teacher to all stakeholders.

Education Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in applicable field of study or 48 hours of college credit hours from an accredited college or university or successful completion of Praxis certification Required.

Experience Qualifications

• Prior experience working with children Preferred.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to demonstrate regular attendance and punctuality;
• Ability to maintain a professional demeanor in all situations and must be able to withhold confidential information;
• Ability to work well with all levels of internal management, staff, and students as well as parents/guardians;
• Ability to respond to changing situations in the workplace and exhibit flexibility;
• Ability to perform multiple tasks concurrently under varying deadlines and adapt to changing work priorities;
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and with frequent interruptions;
• Ability to set work priorities, take initiative, and work efficiently under minimum supervision;
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing and the use of proper grammar and punctuation to write routine reports and correspondence;
• Proficient in basic computer skills and able to operate standard office equipment including using pertinent job related software applications and preparing and maintaining accurate records;
• Ability to exercise tact, good judgment, and initiative in dealing with students, faculty, and parents/guardians;
• Ability to communicate with diverse groups;
• Ability to operate standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications and preparing and maintaining accurate records;
• Able to operate a mechanic lift.