Paraprofessional with Student Transportation

The Menta Group; Beardstown (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education group seeks a Paraprofessional for student transportation and classroom support in Beardstown, Illinois. This position involves working closely with instructors to assist students and ensure a safe transportation environment. The ideal candidate will have a valid driver's license and a commitment to supporting students with various needs.

Qualifications

• Must be age 23 or older.
• Valid Driver's License with Passenger Endorsement or ability to obtain.
• Must pass drug and criminal background screening.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom support and manage behaviors.
• Ensure safe student transportation before and after school.
• Report behavioral concerns to appropriate staff.

Skills

Patience

Punctuality

Ability to manage behaviors

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Paraprofessional Certification

Job description

As a Paraprofessional who provides Student Transportation with The Menta Education Group, you will be responsible for working with classroom instructors and staff to offer targeted teaching and support to students in the classroom, as well as general support for all students in the school. You will also provide student transportation to and from school, using school equipment (van or bus).

Therapeutic day school opening in August 2025

7:30-3:00 pm, Mon-Fri

10 Month School Calendar

Hiring for All Grade Levels K-21, Small Self-Contained Rooms (10 students max)

Direct Hire with our school: Return School Year after School Year (no annual contract)

Responsibilities

• Provide Paraprofessional classroom support
• Manage classroom behaviors
• Provide regular, before & after school student transportation (to and from school) and also "as needed" transportation during school hours.
• Report behavioral concerns of students to appropriate staff
• Implement and maintain behavioral program policies and data
• Maintain classroom order and safety (Security)Provide general supervision of students inside the school setting
• Assist in the prevention and management of incidents of non-compliance and/or escalation in behavior
• Maintain alertness for problems likely to disrupt the educational process or to be a safety concern and correct and report these conditionsRespond to emergency situations
• Provide interventions to students to assist in managing behaviors
• Think quickly, independently, and tactfully

Qualifications

• Valid Driver's License with Passenger Endorsement or ability to obtain a Passenger Endorsement
• Preferred but not required CDL-B
• Must be Age 23 or Older
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Paraprofessional Certification is ideal, but not required
• Absolutely must be punctual and have good attendance
• Have an established work history of transportation and demonstrated length-of-stay in jobs
• Must have patience and a willingness to work with students that require behavior and emotional support
• Must Have Acceptable Motor Vehicle Record
• Pass drug and criminal background screening procedures

Compensation & Benefits

• 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:
• General Employee Benefits Overview
• Salary Information
• Please refer to the "Classroom Support" section for this position's category

Opening Fall 2025: Menta Academy Beardstown

1301 Grand AveBeardstownIL 62618

PK-21 Special Education

The staff at Menta Academy Beardstown will be dedicated to seeing that each child reaches their potential in becoming 3-C Ready: College Ready, Career Ready, and Citizenship Ready.

Educational services are intended to meet both the developmental and individual learning needs of each student. Classrooms are designed to be active learning environments where young people have the opportunity to experience educational and behavioral success on a daily basis.

Students Served: PK-21

Professional Associations and/or Partnerships

The Menta Education Group affiliates are members/partners with CEC, CASE, Autism Speaks, ASBA, AAPSEC, AASA, CCSSO, SEAA, ASCD, and many more associations that focus on the education of children with disabilities.

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.