Paraprofessional with Student Transportation

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

Job summary

Join The Menta Group as a Paraprofessional, providing essential support to students in varied grade levels while managing classroom behaviors and ensuring student transportation. Enjoy a favorable 10-month school calendar with generous paid time off, and become part of a commitment-focused educational space dedicated to student success.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Generous Paid Time Off Benefits

403(b) Investment Options

Qualifications

• Must be at least 23 years old.
• Valid Driver's License with Passenger Endorsement.
• Must pass drug and criminal background screenings.

Responsibilities

• Manage classroom behavior and provide support.
• Provide regular transportation before and after school.
• Report behavioral concerns to staff.

Skills

Punctuality

Patience

Behavior management

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Paraprofessional Certification

Job description

As a Paraprofessional who provides Student Transportation with The Menta 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).

10 Month School Calendar

Hiring for All Grade Levels K-21, Small Self-Contained Rooms

Benefit Options & Generous Paid Benefit Time Off!

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

Benefits

• Benefit options include: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Supplemental Insurance Programs
• Medical Insurance enrollment is available to full time employees on their date of hire. No waiting period.
• 10 Month School Position with 12 Month Semi-Monthly Pay
• Generous Paid Time Off Benefitsfor salaried employees
• 403(b) Investment Options

Opening Fall 2025: Menta Academy Nixa

Nixa, MO 65714

PK-21 Special Education

The staff at Menta Academy Nixa 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.