Special Education Co-Teacher/Paraprofessional

Discovery Health Sciences Schools; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Discovery Health Sciences Schools is hiring a Special Education Co-Teacher/Paraprofessional in Baton Rouge to partner with the lead teacher in both general and special education settings. You will support students with diverse needs and help implement accommodations across multiple environments to ensure access to instruction.

Ideal candidates hold an Associate or Bachelor's degree and possess strong collaboration skills, advocating for student needs while partnering with educators and school

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with special needs in classroom settings.
• Ability to implement accommodations across settings and collaborate with staff.
• Education credentials meet district requirements for special education support.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the special education lead teacher in general and SPED classes to support students.
• Deliver a variety of accommodations and ensure access to instruction.
• Collaborate with teachers and school leaders to advocate for student needs.
• Contribute to a positive, inclusive learning environment for all students.

Skills

Collaboration

Student Support

Accommodations

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Special Education Co-Teacher

Baton Rouge Ochsner Discovery Health Sciences Academy (BROD) is a newly authorized Type 2 Charter that is part of the Discovery Schools Charter Management Organization. We are excited to bring Discovery education to the Baton Rouge area through our second corporate partnership with Ochsner Health. The school opened in August for the 2023-24 school year, starting with grades PreK4 - 4th and will eventually educate students in grades PreK - 8th at full capacity. Baton Rouge Ochsner Discovery Health Sciences Academy seeks Special Education Co-Teacher/Paraprofessional with a job-related Associate or Bachelor’s degree. This individual will partner with the special education lead teacher in the general and special education class setting supporting children with special needs in classrooms. Experience with delivering a variety of accommodations in multiple settings is an asset. Ability to collaborate with various teachers and school leaders and to be a strong advocate for student needs is required. School-related experience is desired. Position available now.