Special Education Para-Educator

Scherzo Technologies, Inc.

Dearborn (MI)

On-site

USD 30,000 - 40,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Scherzo Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Special Education Paraeducator to provide instructional support to students and assist teachers in both instructional and non-instructional activities. The role requires strong communication skills, a minimum of 60 semester hours of higher education, and the ability to support students in both small groups and one-on-one settings, ensuring a positive learning environment.

Qualifications

Complete at least two years of study at an institution of higher education.
Knowledge of instructing reading, writing, and mathematics.

Responsibilities

Assist the Special Education Teacher with instructional support.
Facilitate group work during differentiated lessons.
Maintain positive relationships with students and staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Instruction in reading, writing, and mathematics

Education

Associate's degree or higher

Two years of study (60 semester hours)

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Description

Provide instructional support to students and assist the Special Education Teacher in the educational process of all students in both instructional and non-instructional activities. Assist the Special Education Teacher in working directly with children (if required) in small groups or on a one-to-one basis.

Position Specific Responsibilities

Perform duties under the direct supervision of the assigned teachers.
Implement tutorial sessions, taking students to restrooms, transferring students to and from classes and preparing class work.
Assist students with activities as directed by the teacher(s).
Assist individual students in the classroom, as well as tutor students individually.
Assist and support the student’s instructional processes as planned by the supervising teacher(s) and gather and record data.
Support and implement the discipline philosophy of the Academy, as well as disciplinary procedures designed for individual students.
Report incidents (e.g. fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse) for the purpose of maintaining personal safety of students, providing a positive learning environment and adhering to the Code and administrative and/or Academy policies.
Maintain confidentiality regarding students.
Maintain positive relationships with all students, Academy staff and parents.
Comply with State Law and Academy policies and regulations.
Maintain a safe environment for students, conducive to learning.
Adhere to policy and procedures set forth by AIMS for schedules, break time, lunchtime and duty.
Facilitate group work during differentiated lessons.
Attend and participate in all required in-service training sessions and become familiar with the inclusion philosophy and procedures as outlined in AIMS’ policy.
Ensure adherence to safety procedures.
Other related duties as assigned by the Principal.

Requirements

Complete at least two years of study at an institution of higher education (equal to 60 semester hours); or obtain an associate's degree (or higher); or meet a rigorous standard of quality and demonstrate, through a formal state or local academic assessment:
Knowledge of, and the ability to assist in, instructing reading, writing and?mathematics;?or
Knowledge of and the ability to assist in, instructing reading readiness, writing readiness?and mathematics readiness, as appropriate.
Communication skills – ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from administrators, students, staff and the general public consistent with the duties of this position.
Satisfactory criminal background check and unprofessional conduct check as required by School Safety Legislation.

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